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Will the Court Award Attorney’s Fees in ERISA LTD Claims?

When it comes to long-term disability (LTD) claims under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), many claimants wonder if they can recover...

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Will the Court Award Attorney’s Fees in ERISA LTD Claims?

When it comes to long-term disability (LTD) claims under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), many claimants wonder if they can recover...

Prudential Approves LTD Case After Appeal and May Pay Nearly One Million in Long-Term Disability Benefits Over Life of Policy

I’ve had the privilege of helping many claimants appeal unjust long-term disability claim denials. One such case that stands out involves a 54-year-old...

How to Choose the Best Disability Insurance Lawyer to Appeal a Denial

You’ve just received a long-term disability denial from your insurance company. It feels overwhelming. The legal jargon, endless paperwork, and pushback from the...

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Will the Court Award Attorney’s Fees in ERISA LTD Claims?

When it comes to long-term disability (LTD) claims under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), many claimants wonder if they can recover...

Prudential Approves LTD Case After Appeal and May Pay Nearly One Million in Long-Term Disability Benefits Over Life of Policy

I’ve had the privilege of helping many claimants appeal unjust long-term disability claim denials. One such case that stands out involves a 54-year-old...

How to Choose the Best Disability Insurance Lawyer to Appeal a Denial

You’ve just received a long-term disability denial from your insurance company. It feels overwhelming. The legal jargon, endless paperwork, and pushback from the...

Who Decides If I’m Disabled in a Long-Term Disability Claim?

You might assume that a doctor or an independent reviewer decides your disability status. However, in almost all long-term disability insurance cases, the...

Quarter of Coverage for Social Security Disability

“Quarter of coverage” (QC) is a legal term, but you may also see the term “Social Security credit” (or just “credit”) used elsewhere. A...

How To Get Medical Records For Your Disability Claim

Medical evidence is the most important part of a long-term disability insurance claim or a Social Security Disability claim. The medical records provide...

SSA Updates Occupations Used to Evaluate Disability Claims

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has updated its list of occupations used in disability evaluations to ensure relevance to the current job market....

Social Security Disability Claims During Government Shutdowns

Whenever there is talk of a government shutdown, our office phones explode. We get dozens – perhaps hundreds – of calls from claimants...

Proof of Loss for Long-Term Disability Claims

Dealing with a long-term disability claim can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding the requirements to file a claim and to...

How a Congressional Inquiry Can Help with Your Social Security Disability Claim

Ever wonder if you can speed up your Social Security disability claim? You’re not alone. Navigating the labyrinth of Social Security Disability Insurance...

Adverse Benefit Determinations in ERISA Long-Term Disability Claims

Adverse benefit determinations are critical aspects of ERISA long-term disability claims. They refer to a decision made by an insurance company or plan...

Successful Reinstatement of Long-Term Disability Benefits for Sales Manager

I am pleased to share a recent success story from Ortiz Law Firm, where we helped a deserving client recover her long-term disability...