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How To Prepare For An SSA Physical Exam

Preparing for a Social Security Administration (SSA) physical exam, also known as a consultative examination (CE), is essential for anyone applying for Social...

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How To Prepare For An SSA Physical Exam

Preparing for a Social Security Administration (SSA) physical exam, also known as a consultative examination (CE), is essential for anyone applying for Social...

Ortiz Law Firm Wins Long-Term Disability Appeal for RN

We recently won a significant victory for a client who was wrongfully denied long-term disability (LTD) benefits by New York Life (NYL).Our client,...

Nurse from Pennsylvania Loses ERISA Disability Benefits Case Against Reliance Standard

Court: United States District Court, Eastern District of PennsylvaniaInsurance Carrier: Reliance Standard Life Insurance Company, or RSLIPlaintiff’s Employer: Abington HealthPlaintiff’s Occupation: Registered NurseBackground...

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Should You Refile For SSD After A Judge Denies Your Claim?

Receiving a denial of your Social Security Disability claim from an administrative law judge (ALJ) after a hearing can be disheartening. After the...

AICPA Disability Insurance Claims Guide

As a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), you likely have access to a robust disability insurance policy designed...

What It Means When the SSA Starts a Final Review of Your Claim

After months, or even years, of waiting and navigating the intricate Social Security Disability (SSD) claims process, hearing that your claim is under...

How to Appeal a MetLife Long-Term Disability Denial

Metropolitan Life Insurance Company—more commonly known as MetLife—is one of the world’s largest financial services companies. While MetLife is typically associated with life...

How to Appeal a MassMutual Long-Term Disability Claim Denial

The Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, MassMutual for short, is one of the largest insurance companies in the United States. They provide long-term...

Guardian Denies LTD Claim for Truck Driver

Court: United States District Court, Eastern District of LouisianaInsurance Carrier: Guardian Life Insurance Company of AmericaPlaintiff’s Employer: Gulf Coast Express Carriers, Corp.Plaintiff’s Occupation:...

Social Security COLA Increases [2025 Update]

COLA is short for Cost-of-Living Adjustment.  In 2025, the Social Security Administration announced a 2.5 percent cost-of-living adjustment. This rate increase will apply...

Sample Witness Letters for Social Security Disability Claims

People seeking Social Security disability benefits often ask third parties to write letters supporting their disability case. The SSA even provides a form...

Why Every Medical Resident Should Consider Disability Insurance

Life is unpredictable, and disabling illnesses and injuries occur without warning. The odds of one affecting you may be higher than you think....

How Does Social Security Get My Medical Records?

When you apply for Social Security disability benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) must review your medical records to determine whether you qualify....

How Does This Affect My SSD Benefits?

If you worked for the state of Florida and are considering applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, there are some important...

Court Remands Disability Claim for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Rebecca Pifer, a former dental analyst for Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina, filed a lawsuit under the Employee Retirement Income Security...