Free Legal Checklists & Resources
Download free legal PDFs created by Tim Louis & Company to help you better understand your rights in British Columbia. Whether youâre dealing with long-term disability, employment issues, or estate planningâthese guides are here to support you.
Contact Us for Legal HelpLong-Term Disability & Invisible Illness Resources
Your Invisible Illness Tracker for LTD Claims in BC
Track your symptoms and limitations to support your long-term disability claimâespecially for chronic pain, fatigue, and mental health conditions.
đ Download PDFLTD Claim Strengthening Checklist
Boost your long-term disability application or appeal with this checklist of evidence, doctor reports, and personal documentation strategies.
đ Download PDFIf Your LTD Claim Has Been Denied
Hereâs what to doâand what not to doâif your insurance company denies your long-term disability claim. A must-read if youâre feeling overwhelmed.
đ Download PDFLTD Denial Checklist
A quick-reference tool for navigating your next steps if your LTD claim has been denied. Includes appeal planning and documentation must-haves.
đ Download PDFMental Health LTD Denial Checklist
Specially designed for those whose LTD claims were denied due to anxiety, depression, PTSD, or burnout. Includes mental health-specific appeal tips.
đ Download PDFPolicy Maintenance Checklist
Stay protected with this simple guide to keeping your long-term disability, life, and critical illness policies up to date and compliant.
đ Download PDFCritical Illness Claim Checklist
What to do after a diagnosisâthis checklist walks you through submitting a strong critical illness claim under your insurance policy in BC.
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Employment Rights & Estate Planning Resources
Employment Rights Guide
A BC workerâs guide to your legal rights at workâincluding forced vacation, wrongful dismissal, and more. Plain English legal info from Tim Louis & Company.
đ Download PDFChecklist for Choosing the Right Power of Attorney (BC)
Who should manage your affairs if you become incapacitated? This guide walks you through choosing a reliable POA under BC law.
đ Download PDFWhy Updating Your Will Matters (Summer 2025 Edition)
This fresh edition explains why summer is a powerful time to revisit your willâespecially for families, blended households, and aging parents.
đ Download PDFEstate Planning Checklist (with Checkboxes)
Organize your assets, intentions, and documents before meeting with a wills and estate lawyer. Designed for BC residents and caregivers.
đ Download PDFTim Louis Probate Checklist (Styled Edition)
A friendly, printable checklist for anyone acting as executor or administrator of an estate. Includes probate preparation steps for BC families.
đ Download PDFGuardian Legislation Guide (Archived)
This archived resource outlines key changes to BC guardian laws. While dated, itâs still useful for historical reference in family and estate contexts.
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Why Summer Matters for Invisible Illness (2025 Edition)
Discover how BC weather, mental health, and burnout patterns affect LTD claims in the summer seasonâand how to track it all in your claim file.
đ Download PDFStill Have Questions?
Our free checklists give you powerful tools, but sometimes you need answers too. Visit our Legal FAQ Hub to explore commonly asked questions about long-term disability, employment law, estate planning, and moreâwritten in plain English by our legal team.
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Estate Litigation – the Right Choice for Family Dispute
Why Estate Litigation May Be the Right Choice for Your Family Dispute By Tim Louis Quick Answer: When Should You Pursue Estate Litigation in BC? You should consider estate litigation if you suspect a will was changed under pressure, you’ve been disinherited without clear explanation, the executor is hiding information,


How to Maximize Your LTD Appeal Success After a Denial
A denied disability claim isnât the end. Itâs the beginning of your comeback. By Tim Louis Introduction Denied â But Not Defeated. You did everything right.You filled out the forms.You submitted the medical records.You told the truth. And still, the letter came: Your long-term disability (LTD) claim has been denied.
đ Last reviewed: by Tim Louis, Lawyer in Vancouver