Month: June 2016
Things to Look for in a Long-Term Disability Lawyer
Navigating through the sometimes complex legal system can be difficult for even the most seasoned and knowledgeable person. When it comes to an issue as important as settling a long-term disability claim, there isn’t much room for mistakes. An experienced
Long-Term Disability Insurance Terms Defined: Part I
If you have ever heard legal terms tossed around during a conversation about long-term disability and were left scratching your head, don’t worry, you aren’t alone. Like any specialized field, the nomenclature of disability law can be a mystery to
Your Rights in Retirement
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) was passed in 1974, and since then it’s been amended numerous times to encompass the changing landscape of American retirement rights, including disability benefits, pension plans, benefit claims and other worker’s rights. One
Why You Should Challenge Your Short-Term Disability Benefit Denial
Short-term disability claims are denied just as often as long-term disability claims are, but they are more often left unchallenged. Many claimants decide that the process isn’t worth the amount of money that they would get. Short-term disability is typically
Ensure Your Spouse is Cared For After Your Death
For many people, one of their main concerns when planning their retirement is how to ensure their spouse or other survivors are cared for in the event of their passing. It’s a sad reality, but one that smart retirement planners