by Naomi Swain | Jan 13, 2025 | LTDI, Naomi Smith
An insurance company’s goal is to make money, which naturally means the number one goal, besides selling insurance policies, is to deny insurance claims. However, if a claimant has a strong case with no plausible reason to deny, insurance companies will sometimes...
by Forrest Stewart | Jan 13, 2025 | Employee Benefits, Forrest Stewart, LTDI, Uncategorized
Dentists’ claims for short-and long-term disability (STD and LTD, respectively) benefits are often among the most complex and difficult claims to get (and keep) approved, and also to successfully navigate appeals and lawsuits when they get denied. This article...
by Brook Tylka | Sep 5, 2024 | Employee Benefits, LTDI
Important disclaimer: The information in this blog post is intended as general guidance for lawsuits filed under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). If your claim is regarding an individual disability insurance policy not governed by ERISA,...
by Jessa Victor | Aug 4, 2024 | LTDI
Congratulations—your long-term disability appeal was approved! The good news is that you will likely be receiving a check from your disability insurance carrier for the total amount of past due disability benefits and begin receiving monthly benefit on an ongoing...
by Brook Tylka | Jun 14, 2024 | LTDI
If you have a chronic or progressive medical condition that is beginning to impact your ability to work, you might be wondering if you can file for benefits under your Short- or Long-Term Disability Insurance policy before you stop working. Even if your medical...
by Timothy Maynard | Jun 6, 2024 | John Leppanen, LTDI, Timothy Maynard
Disabled individuals may have a number of protections and rights in the workplace. However, determining how and when to invoke those rights can often be challenging as individuals try to balance the restrictions imposed by their disability with their desire to...
