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Mutual of Omaha was founded in 1909 as Mutual Benefit Health and Accident Association, in Omaha, Nebraska where it still headquartered. In 1963, Mutual of Omaha is widely associated with the wildlife television program, Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom, which ran from 1963 to 1988. The show was revitalized in 2002 with a new series on the cable television network Animal Planet. Mutual of Omaha recognized the importance of this program, as many of the people who grew up with the original series, still recognize the company as being associated with the program.

In 1926 Mutual Benefit Health & Accident Association founded its subsidiary, United Benefit Life Insurance Company. In 1941 the company founded its Group Insurance department. In 1962 Mutual Benefit Health & Accident Association changed its name to Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company. In 1981 United Benefit Life Insurance Company became United of Omaha. In 2006 Continuum Worldwide (formerly OISC) was created.
In 2007 Omaha Financial Holdings, Inc. was created as the parent company of Mutual of Omaha’s banking initiatives.

Mutual of Omaha has multiple subsidiaries including: United of Omaha Life Insurance Company, Companion Life Insurance Company, United World Life Insurance Company Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc., Continuum Worldwide and Omaha Financial Holdings, Inc.

Mutual of Omaha’s products include life insurance, Medicare supplemental insurance, annuties, and retirement plans, long-term care insurance, health, accident and special coverages, investment products, disability insurance, dental insurance, voluntary/worksite insurance, and special markets products. In March, Mutual of Omaha reported 2008 consolidated net income of $47.0 million on total revenues of $4.07 billion.

As disability insurance attorneys, Dell & Schaefer have represented numerous clients with their long-term disability claims against Mutual of Omaha and its affiliated companies. Disability Attorneys Dell & Schaefer have provided and offer the following legal services for disability claimants that have a long-term disability insurance policy or disability income policy purchased from Mutual of Omaha:

  • Application for long-term disability benefits with Mutual of Omaha
  • Application for short-term disability benefits with Mutual of Omaha
  • Monthly claim handling of Mutual of Omaha long-term disability insurance claims
  • Appeal of a Mutual of Omaha denial of long-term disability benefits
  • ERISA appeal of a Mutual of Omaha denial of long-term disability benefits
  • Lawsuit against Mutual of Omaha for denial of long-term disability benefits
  • Lump-sum buyout of a Mutual of Omaha long-term disability insurance policy
  • Department of Insurance complaints against Mutual of Omaha for wrongful delay and denial of long-term disability benefits

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Disability Benefit Denial Options
Submit a Strong Mutual of Omaha Appeal Package

We work with you, your doctors, and other experts to submit a very strong Mutual of Omaha appeal.

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Sue Mutual of Omaha

We have filed thousands of disability denial lawsuits in federal Courts nationwide against Mutual of Omaha.

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Get Your Mutual of Omaha Disability Application Approved
We help claimants throughout the entire application process.

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Prevent a Mutual of Omaha Disability Benefit Denial
We manage every aspect of your disability claim following claim approval.

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Negotiate a Mutual of Omaha Lump-Sum Settlement

Our goal is to negotiate the highest possible buyout of your long-term disability policy.

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Mutual of Omaha Reviews
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Mutual of Omaha

I do not understand how a “medical review team” who has never laid eyes on my wife can say she is able to return to work when her doctors who see her on a regular basis have documented that she can't

Reviewed by Dwight on November 14th 2017   Verified Policyholder
My wife fell three years ago and broke her back. She has been found permanently disabled and receives Social Security Disability Benefits. She has also been receiving Bene... read more >
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Sent on November 14th 2017 by Attorney Stephen Jessup

Dwight, please feel free to contact our office to discuss the denial of your wife’s claim. It is unfortunately all too common that an insurance company denies benefit... read more >

Mutual of Omaha

THEY SCAMMED ME AND DID NOT CARE

Reviewed by Debbie on January 31st 2017   Verified Policyholder
We have had life insurance with Mutual of Omaha since 1998 with a chronic illness rider that we decided to use in 2016. Our policy was for 500k, they approved us for 66,95... read more >
Mutual of Omaha

This company is awful

Reviewed by Mike on December 17th 2015   Verified Policyholder
I think there should be laws put in to place to cover the average Joe. This company is awful. They say so much they don’t even know what lies they have told. My husband ... read more >
Mutual of Omaha

I would encourage anyone who has problems with Mutual of Omaha or United of Omaha to immediately contact an attorney.

Reviewed by Robbie Winder on July 24th 2015   Verified Policyholder
I would encourage anyone who has problems with Mutual of Omaha or United of Omaha to immediately contact an attorney. I want to talk about a specific situation in which I ... read more >
Mutual of Omaha

MOO attempted to strong arms me with collection tactics. Now, they're stalling

Reviewed by Jeff on February 11th 2015   Verified Policyholder
I was disabled in 2009 with a multitude of medical problems. I started a process with Mutual Of Omaha Disability. After months of jumping through hoops they finally decide... read more >
Mutual of Omaha

MOO stopped my husband's benefits before telling him. They handled his claim terribly

Reviewed by Jerry on January 30th 2015   Verified Policyholder
My husband has been on claim for disability insurance since July, 2008. He was found to be able to do sedentary work but had no transferrable skills in 8/2009 and benefits... read more >
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Sent on January 30th 2015 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Jerry, you and your husband are certainly not alone in your dealings with Mutual of Omaha. Please feel free to contact our office to discuss how we may be able to assi... read more >

Mutual of Omaha

This company is very corrupt, Be aware

Reviewed by M. Girmes on January 28th 2014   Verified Policyholder
Please hesitate & educate yourself when deciding on short term or long term disability insurance via Mutual Of Omaha. The company is very corrupt. They speak to you like y... read more >
Mutual of Omaha

Mutual of Omaha is a rip off.

Reviewed by Genita Hill on November 13th 2013   Verified Policyholder
Mutual of Omaha is a rip off. When my husband died in 2011, they refused to pay his death benefit because they said he was disabled when I insured him. He retired from his... read more >
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Q: Can I ask for another appeal?

Answered on July 13th 2020 by Attorney Alex Palamara
A: Giovanna, you should consult with the attorney(s) that represented you in your appeal to the Third District Co... Read More >

Q: I'm in jeopardy of losing everything because of MOO. Can you help?

Answered on March 3rd 2020 by Attorney Alex Palamara
A: Amy, first and foremost, I am sorry to hear of MOO’s delay tactics and the fact that they sound like they mi... Read More >

Q: Can MOO deny my claim on the basis of preexisting condition when my condition is not preexisting?

Answered on October 27th 2018 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Doomed, if your claim has been denied then Mutual of Omaha will give you the right to appeal. Pre-existing con... Read More >

Q: What is my "regular occupation" if I started my own business after resigning from my old job?

Answered on September 1st 2018 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Rachel, the answer depends on when you became disabled. If you became injured after resigning from your accoun... Read More >

Q: Am I able to work part time at a different job that is nothing like the one I was at when I was injured?

Answered on June 5th 2018 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Russell, whether you can work part time in a different occupation depends on the specific language of the Grou... Read More >

Q: Can I get a lump sum check from MOO?

Answered on May 10th 2017 by Attorney Stephen Jessup
A: Pam, Mutual of Omaha may be willing to negotiate a lump sum buyout of the remaining time on your policy, but t... Read More >

Q: Should I be able to restrict the release of medical records to under 24 months period?

Answered on March 20th 2017 by Attorney Jay Symonds
A: Connie, although you could attempt to limit the medical records to be released to Mutual of Omaha, the likely ... Read More >

Q: Should I write an appeal letter? What should it include?

Answered on March 3rd 2017 by Attorney Jay Symonds
A: Cam, if you are still within your 180 timeline to file an appeal it is imperative that you go through the appe... Read More >
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What is a "Gainful Occupation" under a Disability Insurance Policy?

The overwhelming majority of employer provided group long term disability insurance policies governed by ERISA contain two definitions of disa... Read More >

Can my insurance carrier deny my benefits even if there is no change in my medical condition?

Insurance companies frequently terminate long term disability benefits after paying a claim for several years, even when the claimant's condit... Read More >

Disability Benefit Denial Reason #5 – Your Medical Evidence is Weak

If you're seeking long term disability benefits from an insurance company, you may be concern... Read More >

Disability Benefit Denial Reason #4 - Your Doctor Is Misled By the Disability Company

When you're seeking disability benefits under a long term disability policy, your medical rec... Read More >

Disability Benefit Denial Reason #3 - Video & Social Media Surveillance

One thing many long term disability claimants don't know about (or expect) from the claims re... Read More >

How Do You Fight a Long-Term Disability Denial?

Getting a denial letter from your disability insurance company is one of the ultimate insults... Read More >

Disability Denial Reason #2 - Change of Disability Definition & Vocational Review

One of the top reasons for terminating a claimant's long term disability benefits involves th... Read More >

Disability Denial Reason #1 – Paper Review & IME

At Dell Disability Lawyers, we've seen insurance companies give countless reasons to deny lon... Read More >
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After appeal filed by Attorney Jay Symonds, Mutual of Omaha overturned previous denial of short term disability benefits for Maine Senior Software Engineer

Our client, Mr. C, formerly worked as a Senior Software Engineer for a large computer technology company. In April 2016 a number of medical is... Read More >

United of Omaha overturns decision to deny benefits to disabled Quality Assurance Manager after Appeal discredits its medical review and vocational assessment

In 2016, Cathy, a Quality Assurance Manager for a medical device company, sought surgery for a tear in her right rotator cuff. Cathy fully exp... Read More >

After appeal filed by Attorney Jay Symonds, Mutual of Omaha overturned its previous denial of short term disability benefits for Colorado Senior Manager

Our client, Ms. J, formerly worked as a Senior Manager of a treatment facility. In October 2016 a number of medical issues, including fibromya... Read More >

Mutual of Omaha Reinstates Benefits of Business Development Manager after Appealing the Termination of Her LTD Benefits

Our Client, a successful Business Development Manager began experiencing severe physical limitations resulting from fibromyalgia, low back pai... Read More >

Dell Disability Lawyers Successfully Appeals Denial of Benefits to Quality Control Inspector

Pre-disabilityBefore going on disability, Mr. M was working as a quality control inspector for Tam International. In 2009, after years of ... Read More >

Mutual of Omaha Approves Dell Disability Lawyers Client for Short Term Disability Benefits After Administrative Appeal

Our client previously worked as a Senior Accountant/Office Manager for Maccaferri, Inc. Due to her employment at Maccaferri, she was covered u... Read More >

Mutual Of Omaha Overturns Denial of Short Term Disability Benefits for Software Developer With Chronic Back Pain

Regardless of how hard a person attempts to continue working with a disability, it is an effort that gets taken advantage of by the disability... Read More >
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Mutual of Omaha Disability Denial Upheld by Appellate Court

In Giovanna Reichard v. United of Omaha Life Insurance Company (Mutual of Omaha or Omaha), Plaintiff, a nurse employed by ... Read More >

Court Rules Against United of Omaha's Determination of Disability Date

The case of Greggory B. Owens v. United of Omaha Life Insurance Company demonstrates what a difference a day makes. All parties agreed that cl... Read More >

United of Omaha criticized for relying on in-house medical review and failing to obtain independent examinations

This case was decided by a district court in Illinois and involved United of Omaha Life Insurance Company. An ERISA action was filed by the Pl... Read More >

California Court Rules Disability Claim Accrues When Disability Terminates

In Gray v. United of Omaha Life Insurance Co. (United), after working for a southern California television station for 15 years and rising to ... Read More >

Court overturns United of Omaha's termination of Plaintiff's benefits after performing an unfair "any occupation" review

In the case of Mokbel-Alijahmi v. United of Omaha Life Ins. Co., the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the lower court's determination tha... Read More >

Registered Nurse Disabled By Plantar Fascitis Wins Long-term Disability Lawsuit Against United of Omaha After Judge Finds Evidence of "Cherry Picking"

From 2002 until 2010, Julia Sun worked as a Registered Nurse caring for quadriplegic patients. Her occupation could not be considered, as far ... Read More >

Court Orders United of Omaha to Pay Death Benefit, Attorney's Fees and Prejudgment Interest

In Brown v. United of Omaha Life Insurance, United unsuccessfully tried to avoid paying a death benefit to Lloyd Brown III, the beneficiary of... Read More >

Washington Court Finds Omaha Wrongfully Relied on Video Surveillance to Deny Disability Benefits

The court discounted the video surveillance, finding "The video surveillance footage was of marginal, if any, relevance." The court continued,... Read More >

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5 Ways We Help Get Your Benefits Paid

Get Your Disability Application Approved

Our goal is to get your application for disability income benefits approved. Applying for disability benefits can be a difficult process and the information you provide is critical. Most disability insurance companies look at your application in hopes of finding a reason to deny your claim. Your disability company will ask you to complete numerous forms, interview you, request lots of information, speak with your doctors and possibly request to have you examined by their "hired gun" doctor.

Through our experience of having helped thousands of disability insurance claimants, our lawyers will guide you through the entire application process and give you the best chance to get your disability claim approved the first time.

Submit A Strong Appeal Package

If your disability insurance benefits have been wrongfully denied, then our lawyers know exactly what it takes to get your disability claim approved. You only get once chance to submit an Appeal, therefore every piece of evidence that will support your disability claim must be included. The goal is to win your disability benefits at the Appeal level, but while preparing your Appeal you must consider how a federal judge will review your disability claim if your benefit denial is upheld.

Preparing a strong disability appeal package is an art that requires you to understand how the courts interpret your disability policy language, ERISA regulations / laws, and how to strategically present evidence in support of your definition of "disability". We encourage you to contact any of our lawyers for a free immediate review of your disability denial.

Sue Your Disability Company

98% of the disability insurance lawsuits filed by our law firm have resulted in either the payment of benefits or a lump-sum settlement agreement. Our disability lawyers have filed ERISA governed and private policy long term disability insurance lawsuits against every major disability insurance company in state and federal courts nationwide and we love fighting for the "little guy" against the multi-billion dollar insurance company giants.

We have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for our clients and we would like the opportunity to provide you with a free review of your disability benefit denial. There are many complex factors in a disability benefit lawsuit and the legal battle to win long term disability benefits can be fierce.

Prevent A Disability Benefit Denial

Approval of long-term disability is a continuous process as every disability insurance company will evaluate your eligibility for benefits on a monthly basis. You can never let your guard down and assume that your disability company will continue to pay your benefits for as long as you think you need them.

Our law firm offers a reasonable flat fee monthly claim handling service in which we handle every aspect of your long-term disability claim and do whatever it takes to make sure you are paid every month.

Negotiate a Lump-Sum Settlement

Let's discuss if a lump-sum settlement or buyout of your disability insurance claim is both available and makes financial sense for you. Our lawyers have negotiated more than five-hundred million dollars in disability insurance buyouts and we know how to get you a maximum settlement. A disability insurance company is not required to offer a buyout and not every disability company offers them.

Questions About Hiring Us

Who are Dell Disability Lawyers?

We are disability insurance lawyers that know how to get your short or long term disability benefits paid. As a nationwide law firm we have helped thousands of disability insurance claimants throughout the United States to collect hundreds of millions of dollars of disability insurance benefits from every major disability insurance company.

In more than 98% of our cases, our lawyers have been able to either get our clients paid monthly disability benefits or obtain a one-time lump-sum settlement. Our lawyers have seen it all when it comes to disability insurance claims and we know exactly what it takes for your disability claim to be approved.

We welcome you to contact any of our attorneys for a free immediate review of your disability claim. We also invite you to visit and subscribe to our YouTube channel where we have more than 700 videos and regularly provide tips to help protect your disability benefits.

Who do you help?

Our lawyers help individuals that have either purchased a long term disability insurance policy from an insurance company or obtained short or long term disability insurance coverage as a benefit from their employer. We have helped individuals in almost every type of occupation with monthly disability benefit payments ranging from $1,500 to $50,000.

Our clients include all types of employees ranging from retail associates, sales representatives, government employees, police officers, teachers, janitors, nurses, pilots, truck drivers, financial advisors, doctors, dentists, veterinarians, lawyers, consultants, IT professionals, engineers, professional athletes, business owners, and high level executives.

A strong understanding and presentation of the duties of your occupation is essential for securing disability insurance benefits.

Do you work in my state?

Yes. We are a national disability insurance law firm that is available to represent you regardless of where you live in the United States. We have partner lawyers in every state and we have filed lawsuits in most federal courts nationwide. Our disability lawyers represent disability claimants at all stages of a claim for disability insurance benefits. There is nothing that our lawyers have not seen in the disability insurance world.

What are your fees?

Since we represent disability insurance claimants at different stages of a disability insurance claim we offer a variety of different fee options. We understand that claimants living on disability insurance benefits have a limited source of income; therefore we always try to work with the claimant to make our attorney fees as affordable as possible.

The three available fee options are a contingency fee agreement (no attorney fee or cost unless we make a recovery), hourly fee or fixed flat rate.

In every case we provide each client with a written fee agreement detailing the terms and conditions. We always offer a free initial phone consultation and we appreciate the opportunity to work with you in obtaining payment of your disability insurance benefits.

Do I have to come to your office to work with your law firm?

No. For purposes of efficiency and to reduce expenses for our clients we have found that 99% of our clients prefer to communicate via phone, email, fax, GoToMeeting sessions, or Skype. If you prefer an initial in-person meeting please let us know. A disability company will never require you to come to their office and similarly we are set up so that we handle your entire claim without the need for you to come to our office.

How can I contact you?

When you call us during normal business hours you will immediately speak with a disability attorney. We can be reached at 800-698-9159 or by email. Lawyers and staff must return all client calls same day. Client emails are usually replied to within the same business day and seem to be the preferred and most efficient method of communication for most clients.