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If you feel that have a legitimate claim for permanent disability and have been denied more than once, consult with an attorney who deals in such matters. The application process for disability involves human review of many files and many documents and many reports. An attorney may be able to pinpoint where the process is failing and correct the situation.
What else can I help you with?
Do I need an attorney to file for long-term disability?
You should not need an attorney to file for lon-term disability. Your insurance company and your doctor should be able to coordinate and verify that you qualify for this benefit. Your company might also have an HR representative who can help.
How much should it cost to get a long term disability attorney?
This can vary because long term disability claimes are not regulated by the SSA. This is a question that should be asked early in the process, keep in mind that many attorneys work on a contingency basis, meaning you dont pay a dime unless your case is won.
What should I know before hiring a long term disability attorney?
There are many things you should know. First, you should research his/her track record and meet with him/her in person to make sure he/she has confidence in winning your case.
Do I need a disability insurance attorney to obtain short term disability?
Generally short term disability is automatically going to be given to you after you show proof of the disability from you doctor. As long as your injury or illness is covered by the plan that your work has you shouldn't have to obtain any kind of legal representation to get your benefits. If your injury or illness is deemed as not coverable and you think it should then you may need to obtain legal advice.
Are long term disability taxable?
Can you file on the taxes that are taken out of long term disability check
Where can I hire a long term disability attorney in California?
You can find one in your area by visiting www.longtermdisabilityattorney.com. You can also check with The ERISA Law Group.
Can long term disability deduct what SD is giving you for your child due to your disability?
if your long term disability is integrated with social security disability, then yes. This is the case for most employer paid long term disability plans, or your employee benefits package. If the Long-Term DI policy is an individual plan, not through your employer - you could receive the full base benefit if it's not integraded with Social Security Disability Benefits.
Is long term incarceration a disability?
Incarceration? Like in jail? No, its not a disability to be in jail be a long time.
Does Cigna have good benefits for its employees?
if I am receiving short term disability and my company is bought out and I need to go on long term disability will I be covered for long term?
Can you receive long term disability from a group plan where you work and also get social security disability?
Yes, you can receive long-term disability benefits from a group plan through your employer and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) simultaneously. However, many group long-term disability plans have provisions that may reduce the benefits you receive from the plan by any SSDI payments you are eligible for. It's essential to review the specific terms of your group plan to understand how it interacts with SSDI benefits. Consulting with a benefits specialist or attorney can also provide clarity on your situation.
Can you collect on a life insurance policy if you have a long term disability before death?
Not specifically for a long term disability, but you can collect if you have a terminal illness.
Can you collect state disability after long term unemployment?
If you're currently disabled and unable to work, you should apply for disability income benefits through your state.
