Disability Insurance – General Topics
Provident Life And Accident Company Breached Its Contract With Dentist When Terminating Total Disability Benefits Based On Dentist’s Ability To Perform Managerial Duties
On Behalf of Disability Insurance Law Group | | Disability Insurance – General TopicsDr. Leonor, a dentist, recently sued Provident Life and Accident Company after it paid and then terminated his total disability benefits under his disability income insurance policies. The disability income
Is An Emergency Room Physician Working As A General Practice Physician Totally Or Partially Disabled Under A Disability Insurance Policy?
On Behalf of Disability Insurance Law Group | | UncategorizedWhether an emergency room physician working as a general practice physician is totally disabled or partially/residually disabled under a disability insurance policy depends on the type of disability insurance policy that is
Is A Physician Who Is No Longer Able To Perform Surgery Totally Disabled Under An Own Occupation Disability Insurance Policy?
On Behalf of Disability Insurance Law Group | | UncategorizedNumerous cases exist where a physician who has specialized as a surgeon becomes unable to perform surgical procedures due to injury or illness but remains able to still perform other
If You Are Not Practicing As A Dentist On The Time Of Your Disability Claim Under The Policy, Regardless Of Intent, Dentistry Is Not Considered “Your Occupation.”
On Behalf of Disability Insurance Law Group | | Disability Insurance PoliciesIn the case of Giddens v. Equitable Life Assurance Society of the United States, 445 F.3d 1286 (11th Cir. 2006), the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals held that regardless of his
Are NFL Players Underinsured Against A Career-Ending Injury Or Illness?
On Behalf of Disability Insurance Law Group | | Pro Athletes Disability BenefitsIt has been estimated that only about 40 percent of players in the National Football League (NFL) purchase disability insurance coverage. This combined with the fact that a mere 50
Cigna Agrees To Reevaluate And Settle Improperly Denied Disability Claims And Terminated Disability Payments
On Behalf of Disability Insurance Law Group | | Denied ERISA ClaimsIn response to an investigation into the unfair claims handling practices of CIGNA since 2006, the CIGNA Group has agreed to set aside $77 million to settle claims that it
Prudential Long Term Disability Denial Of Benefits For Fibromyalgia (CFIDS) And Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Overturned On Appeal
On Behalf of Disability Insurance Law Group | | UncategorizedAs those who suffer from medical conditions such as fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome know, these illnesses can incapacitate an individual physically and mentally. No current treatment has proven totally effective against these infirmities
How A Disability Insurance Attorney Can Assist In The Administration Or Appeal Of A Disability Claim
On Behalf of Disability Insurance Law Group | | Appealing A Claim DenialDealing with an insurance company at any stage of the disability claims process can be complicated, frustrating, time consuming and confusing. Whether you are applying for disability benefits, waiting for a
You Could Be Severely Damaging Your Disability Insurance Claim By Phasing Out Your Job Duties Or Agreeing To A Transition Period Before You Officially Stop Working.
On Behalf of Disability Insurance Law Group | | Disability Insurance PoliciesOften, after it becomes clear that an individual can no longer perform the duties of their occupation and must apply for disability benefits, they will attempt to work reduced hours
Social Security Benefit Offsets And Reimbursement Requirements
On Behalf of Disability Insurance Law Group | | Disability Insurance PoliciesLong term disability insurance provides income to workers whose earnings are interrupted by a lengthy period of disability. However, it is important to recognize that under the terms of most employer-sponsored