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Q: Besides suing The Standard, what can I do to fight them?

Answered on October 21st 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: John, You can file a complaint with the Oregon Department of Insurance about the wrongful treatment you have r...

Q: Can Prudential cancel or deny your claim if you are approved for social security disability benefits?

Answered on October 31st 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: DeeJay, If the appeal deadline has not passed, then you should still appeal ASAP. Prudential is not bound to f...

Q: Does Reliance Standard use my salary or real earnings to calculate my STD benefits?

Answered on September 28th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Letticia, every disability policy can contain different language, therefore without seeing the policy we are u...

Q: Why is MOO saying my husband does not have MS to receive LTD when they approved his STD because of MS? Should I hire an attorney?

Answered on December 22nd 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Marilyn, Hiring an attorney is obviously optional, but you are trying to deal with a multi billion dollar insu...

Q: How often should I go to the doctor?

Answered on August 3rd 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: We usually recommend that our client go to the doctor a minimum of once every 3 months.

Q: Is it common practice for SunLife to threaten vocation review if I don't take their buy outs?

Answered on June 29th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Samantha, Yes, this is a strong-arm technique unique to Sun Life. It is likely you should reject their low-bal...

Q: Do I have to give Unum access to my tax file and what I receive from my church?

Answered on June 14th 2012 by Attorney Stephen Jessup
A: BJ, It is likely that your policy requires you to release the information that UNUM is seeking. If it does not...

Q: Can I sell my LTD benefits with Metlife for a lump sum?

Answered on May 24th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Bill, As of recently, MetLife has not been interested in lump-sum settlements of group disability policies in ...

Q: How long will it take Unum to decide if my condition is mental or physical?

Answered on April 28th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Cathy, If you have disabling physical conditions then Unum has to evaluate them. Unum will usually make a dete...

Q: Can MetLife reduce their payments to me if I file early for social security?

Answered on March 27th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Greg, MetLife usually reduces for any type of Social Security Payments so it may not make sense for you to tak...

Q: What should I do If Aetna has been following me?

Answered on April 5th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Arlene, If you feel that you are being followed and your life is in danger, then you should immediately report...

Q: Can Cigna cut off my mom's benefits after 2 years? Also, where can I get their guidelines?

Answered on April 4th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: 1) A two year limitation of benefits for mental illness is common in Cigna disability policies. It is legal fo...

Q: If you appeal when Unum denies you, do you still receive funds?

Answered on April 3rd 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Cathy, when Unum or any other disability insurance company denies a claim, then they usually stop paying disab...

Q: Am I obligated to provide my Tax returns to Guardian for my LTD Disability?

Answered on March 23rd 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Ardi, You can blackout any information that is related to your wife or anyone else. You should send in the ret...

Q: What do I do if LFG hasn't given me the money they owe me and won't let me speak to a supervisor?

Answered on March 23rd 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Stephanie, You need to deal with Lincoln Financial in writing and demand that they pay you interest on the mon...

Q: Can I still file an appeal if I missed a day?

Answered on March 18th 2012 by Attorney Alex Palamara
A: Z, In the scenario you have presented, you should still file an appeal if you were still employed by the compa...

Q: Can I access money from my 401k without Unum reducing my benefits?

Answered on March 2nd 2012 by Attorney Stephen Jessup
A: Shelly, The answer to your question depends on the language contained in the Unum disability policy. Without s...

Q: What percentage is usually offered for settlement?

Answered on February 25th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Claire, Thank you for your recommendation of our firm. Your claim is likely in Cigna’s lump-sum buyout divis...

Q: Can Cigna deny my appeal on such short notice?

Answered on February 23rd 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: Mitzie, It is extremely important that you comply with the Appeal deadlines and send in all medical informatio...

Q: How can I get copies of my policies?

Answered on February 16th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell
A: If he sends a request to Northwestern Mutual, then they will provide him with a copy of the policies. It is es...