How do I appeal a WSIB Decision?

When you are notified by the WSIB that a decision is being made on your claim, make sure you request that decision in writing. Once you receive the decision letter from the WSIB and you disagree with the decision, you must provide notice of your intent to appeal the decision by completing and submitting an Intent to Object Form. Instructions to complete the Intent to Object Form is provided in the Worker Instruction Sheet accessible from the WSIB’s website.

The decision letter will inform as to when the time limit to appeal may be, which most often will be 6 months from the date of the decision and 30 days for Return to Work, Labour Market Reentry (LMR) or Work Transition services. Send your Intent to Object Form within the specified time limits in the decision letter by fax or registered mail, so that you have proof of submission.

Once you submit your Intent to Object Form, the WSIB will provide you with a complete copy of your WSIB file along with an Appeal Readiness Form.

When you are ready to proceed with your appeal, you must submit a completed Appeal Readiness Form to the WSIB Appeals Services Division.

In the Appeal Readiness Form, you must indicate if you want your appeal decision in writing or oral hearing. If you request an oral hearing, you must provide reasons why. The WSIB Appeals Services Division will decide whether to proceed with an oral hearing.

Note that your employer has the right to participate in the Appeals Process. They also have the right to appeal any decisions made by the WSIB.