When individuals file disability claims, they often share highly sensitive personal and medical information with disability insurance companies. This includes diagnoses, mental health records, and treatment history. […]
Has your disability insurer failed to decide on your claim? Long delays can leave you without income when you need it most. ERISA sets strict deadlines to ensure claims are handled fairly. […]
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) governs private sector employee benefits plans, including retirement, disability, and health plans. One of the key aspects of ERISA litigation is the question of venue — where participants or beneficiaries file their lawsuits when they believe their plan rights are violated. […]
Navigating a long-term disability (LTD) claim under an ERISA-governed plan can be challenging. Whether you’re preparing to file a claim, appealing a denial, or considering litigation, access to key information can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. […]
When filing a disability insurance claim, many people focus on physical limitations such as difficulty lifting, walking, or standing. But other impairments, like cognitive, emotional, or sensory challenges, can also prevent someone from working. These are called non-exertional limitations. Non-exertional limitations refer to restrictions that affect a person’s ability to work in ways unrelated to […]