Disability Claims - Page 2

Typically, long-term disability benefits can last anywhere from a few years to up until retirement age. In this article, we dive into what factors affects the length of coverage and how you can navigate through your policy for the best protection.

Recently, the Supreme Court’s decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, 603 U.S. ____ (2024), decided on June 28, 2024, has brought significant and potentially troubling implications for ERISA disability and life insurance claimants. While the regulations issued by the Department of Labor themselves remain unchanged post-Loper, the ruling may have fundamentally altered the legal …

Our experienced ERISA long-term disability team explain which employee benefit plans are subject to ERISA regulations, focusing on both health and retirement plans.

A Crucial Safety Net for Doctors and Other High Earners Long-term disability insurance is a crucial safety net for health care professionals, especially those in physically and cognitively demanding medical specialties. As a health care provider, the ability to perform your duties can be impacted by both physical and cognitive impairments, making it essential to …

Was LINA (Life Insurance Company of North America) Right to Reject Long-Term Disability Claim on Prexisting Condition?   For a free legal consultation call (703) 591-9829 Oral Argument: Was detached retina caused by earlier posterior vitreous detachment? Claimants who have been denied long-term disability benefits will benefit from listening to this in-court argument about how …

Oral Argument Highlights Challenges of Wanting to Get Back to Work While Getting Paid Disability Benefits ERISA Long-Term Disability Lawyer Ben Glass is the host of the ERISA Long-Term Disability Podcast, published on Apple and other platforms. Each episode we bring you interesting cases from around the country where you get to hear some of …

Without a doctor willing to tell the insurance company that you are disabled and explain why you cannot work; your long-term disability claim has no chance.

How are your long-term disability benefits calculated? We’ll guide you through the factors that are used to calculate the value.

Most claims must be decided within 30-45 days.

Looking for guidance BEFORE you file you short-term or long-term disability claim? The expert disability attorneys at BenGlassLaw offer consultations that will put you on the path to a successful claim.