Add Comment Question: I’m current on EI sickness medical leave until March 1st approved by my doctor but I got an email today from my HR saying that “we have supported your claim to our maximum allowed under your programme to Feb 5. After 2/4, if you are not able to return you need to apply and be approved for Long-term disability.” Is this true? 3rd party HR firm my employer hired told me my employer doesn’t provide std through company insurance plan hence my short term is on EI sickness. EI sickness benefits states that short term can be covered up to 26 weeks. I’m currently on week 13. Answer: If you have LTD through your company insurance plan, you should at least apply for it. If you are denied, your employer still has an obligation accommodate your medical leave as long as it is supported by a medical note. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.