Benefits
5 Tips for Filing a Long-Term Disability Claim
When filing a long-term disability claim, one of the best things you can do is be proactive and well-prepared. The process is complicated and involves strict deadlines that you simply ...
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Denials
Fighting a Long-Term Disability Denial in Seattle
If you’re faced with a long-term disability denial in Seattle, you and your family are likely dealing with a great deal of emotional and financial stress. This is no time ...
Litigation
How an ERISA Disability Lawyer Can Help with Your Claim
Filing a long-term disability claim through insurance provided by your employer? This means your claim is governed by a complicated area of law called ERISA. Because of the complexities of ...
Success Story
Paulson v. Principal Life Insurance: Winning in One Word
Scott Paulson experienced an on-the-job injury that rendered him disabled. He claimed long-term disability with his employer-sponsored plan with Principal Life Insurance. While Scott was attempting to build a new ...
Success Story
McCray v. Unum Group: When Severely Disabled Meets Denial
William McCray was a Seattle, Washington resident who was found to be severely disabled due to multiple degenerative diseases. His employer-sponsored short- and long-term disability plan was with Unum Group ...
Benefits
How Long Does Long-Term Disability Last?
Once your long-term disability claim has been approved and you’re eligible for benefits, this can bring much-needed financial support for you and your family. However, it’s important to understand how ...
Denials
ERISA vs. Individual Disability Insurance: What You Need to Know
Long-term disability insurance protects you if you become disabled and can no longer work. At least, in theory. In practice, many people find that when they go to use their ...
Success Story
Beating Reliance Standard Insurance at Their Own Game
Sue worked for decades as a visiting nurse for a major health network in Seattle, Washington. When she was diagnosed with a severe digestive disorder, it kept her from traveling ...
Denials
5 Reasons Why Long-Term Disability Claims Are Denied
A long-term disability claim can be denied for many reasons, both big and small. One missed deadline or mistake on your claim form can have a major impact on your ...
Litigation
5 Reasons to Hire a Long-Term Disability Lawyer
If you have filed a long-term disability claim that has been wrongfully denied, now is the time to hire a long-term disability lawyer. Your long-term disability insurance, whether your policy ...