Disability Insurance Company Reviews & Ratings

Showing 580-600 of 668 Reviews
Hartford

Hartford LTD Co. is worthless.

Reviewed by H.F. on July 1st 2012   Verified Policyholder
Hartford LTD Co. is worthless. Named then Heartless! They paid me for almost 2 years after a botched AXIAL IF, lumbar fusion. I was diagnosed with a non-union. Coverage en... read more >
New York Life

I won my appeal but have no recourse for attorney fees

Reviewed by John on June 18th 2012   Verified Policyholder
My claim was initially denied by New York Life and I contacted a lawyer who assisted with my appeal and I was just informed I would be winning my appeal on reversal of the... read more >
Reply
Sent on June 18th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

John, Congratulations on winning your New York Life appeal. I am assuming your claim was governed by ERISA. Since it appears that a lawsuit was not filed there is no re... read more >

Reliance Standard

Despite my various medical conditions, I've only received partial benefits from Reliance Standard and am on the verge of another denial.

Reviewed by Ana on June 15th 2012   Verified Policyholder
I’m so tired of dealing with these people since 2007. I had a back surgery, stroke, paralyzed – thank God I managed to recover. Then in 2010 I was sick again due to a ... read more >
Reply
Sent on June 15th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Ana, it sounds like you have a lot of things going with your medical condition and trying to deal with Reliance Standard. Call us and we will discuss what we can do to ... read more >

New York Life

The people making decisions at New York Life aren’t even physicians

Reviewed by Anita Ball on June 15th 2012   Verified Policyholder
I was assaulted at work by a charge person and now I have a panic/anxiety disorder and I am on STD leave from that job. This is the second time I have been off. The first ... read more >
Reply
Sent on June 15th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Anita, You are correct that the person making the decision on your claim is not a physician. New York Life usually has your medical records reviewed by either a nurse o... read more >

Mutual of Omaha

Money is going in their direction everything is OK, but the minute they have to give any out it’s good luck Charlie.

Reviewed by Gordon Duncan on May 22nd 2012   Verified Policyholder
Well my Employer put me on short term disability through Mutual of Omaha on 3/28/12 and not knowing a thing about it, I went on it. Well, after calling them day after day ... read more >
Reply
Sent on May 22nd 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Gordon, Please keep in mind that their initial denial may be a scare tactic to force you to return to work. You have the right to file an Appeal and you may be required... read more >

Unum

Unum should be put under federal watch list

Reviewed by Bob Stewart on May 22nd 2012   Verified Policyholder
Unum should be put under federal watch list and the money owed to people taken right out of their account, but most of all put the crooks in jail, they’re an embarssment... read more >
Reliance Standard

Reliance Standard wants me to see an IME that's biased towards my employer and the insurance companies.

Reviewed by Robert on May 20th 2012   Verified Policyholder
I have recently been denied extended benefits past there two year period. The process is currently in the appeal. I have documents from two orthopedic surgeons, a vascular... read more >
Reply
Sent on May 20th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Robert, you should videotape the IME exam. You may find our video about what to expect at an IME exam helpful: read more >

Reliance Standard

Reliance Standard is making me jump through hoops to receive my benefits, and I lost my house because of it.

Reviewed by Lynne on May 5th 2012   Verified Policyholder
I have been receiving LTD from Reliance for 2 years. They sent me to the Advocator Group to help with my SSDI. I have had three different “representatives” during my 2... read more >
Reply
Sent on May 5th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Lynne, your Reliance Standard disability policy probably has a provision which states that any SSDI benefits will be deducted from your monthly benefit check. If it doe... read more >

Hartford

Does this company really think I'll be ready to return to work one month after a major surgery??

Reviewed by Karen on April 20th 2012   Verified Policyholder
I had Scoliosis surgery in February 2012 to correct a reversed “S” curved spine. I am cut from almost my neck to almost my butt. Have rods, screws and all the hardware... read more >
Reply
Sent on April 20th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Karen, The person you are talking to at Hartford obviously is incompetent. It is doubtful your doctor will release you to return to work after such a major surgery. You... read more >

Hartford

Can Hartford make me turn over my joint tax returns and SS statements? If they came to see me, are they going to deny my claim?

Reviewed by Dana Olita on April 12th 2012   Verified Policyholder
I am approved for SS and Hartford disability. I have RA which is a chronic disease that you have good and bad days. I had an investigator come to my home yesterday and que... read more >
Reply
Sent on April 12th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Dana, Most disability carriers are entitled to receive a copy of your tax return in order to verify your income, if any. You can black any information on the tax return... read more >

MetLife

MetLife turned one hour of testing into the decision that I could work 8 hours a day, 5 days a week

Reviewed by Brian on April 9th 2012   Verified Policyholder
I have been getting long term disability from MetLife for 5 years. It started with terrible back pain that radiates down both legs to my feet. It became unbearable and I w... read more >
Reply
Sent on April 9th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Brian, MetLife’s denial of your claim based upon the results of a Functional Capacity Exam is ridiculous. Your performance during a 2 hour test is not representative ... read more >

New York Life

Disability Insurance is a rip off

Reviewed by Margaret Lawson on March 26th 2012   Verified Policyholder
Disability Insurance is a rip off. I worked for Wendover Fianancial Company for over 14 years and had a disability policy which was deducted out of my paycheck for years f... read more >
Hartford

Really unethical company!

Reviewed by Austin Young on March 26th 2012   Verified Policyholder
Hartford denied short-term disability to my pregnant girlfriend – really unethical company!
MetLife

MetLife closed my disability claim on short notice with no explanation

Reviewed by Gina on March 8th 2012   Verified Policyholder
Had bunion surgery on my right foot on the 3 of January, everything was going fine until I received a call from a MetLife representative of short term disability telling m... read more >
Reply
Sent on March 8th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Gina, MetLife should have sent you a letter explaining their reasoning for denying your claim. You need to file an appeal in order to have a chance of getting benefits ... read more >

Prudential

Prudential is an absolute disagrace

Reviewed by Cheryl Stein on March 6th 2012   Verified Policyholder
I find Prudential Insurance Company to be an absolute disgrace when it comes to handling cases for their clients with disabilities. It has been my experience that they are... read more >
New York Life

Hats off to New York Life for making another segment of a person's life miserable!

Reviewed by Gretchen Laubach on February 27th 2012   Verified Policyholder
I finally received a back payout of 2 years from New York Life for denied long term disability with the help of the attorney. I currently see a rheumatologist for my many ... read more >
Reply
Sent on February 27th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Thank you for sharing your claim experience with New York Life. Keep fighting and don’t let them wear you down. You need to make sure you are prepared for the change ... read more >

New York Life

Thanks for having this comment section – it helped me to understand some of what New York Life was trying to do. God bless you.

Reviewed by Ann Law on February 26th 2012   Verified Policyholder
Well – New York Life rolled over – we made sure we complied with all they wanted, got all documentation to them and after Soc. Sec. approved my husband’s disability ... read more >
Reply
Sent on February 26th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Ann, we are glad that you were successful in getting your husband’s long term disability claim approved. We love to hear about success stories. We are also happy that... read more >

Unum

I'’m disabled and I will sure stay away from this company.

Reviewed by Cindy on February 19th 2012   Verified Policyholder
I saw the man on Channel 9 complaining about Unum, very sad. People deserve their money. I’m glad Fox 9 helped the poor man to get his money. Must be pretty bad to be on... read more >
Reliance Standard

Do not use Reliance Standard's reccomended Social Security Lawyers

Reviewed by Sheila on February 15th 2012   Verified Policyholder
I have arrived at the dreaded 2 year mark of receiving LTD benefits at the same time that I have been approved for SSDI. I filed for continuation of benefits back in Novem... read more >
Reply
Sent on February 15th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Sheila, thanks for sharing your experience. Reliance Standard is required to respond to all of your request and letters in writing. Make sure you are sending them certi... read more >

Hartford

If Hartford wants an interview, have someone else with you and ask to see their video of you before the meeting!!

Reviewed by Robert Cutts on February 15th 2012   Verified Policyholder
Hello my name is Robert Cutts, I have a Desmoid tumor surrounding a major artery in my abdomen. Treatment through Chemotherapy activated an Entrovirus in my stomach that c... read more >
Reply
Sent on February 15th 2012 by Attorney Gregory Dell

Robert, Thanks for sharing you experience about Hartford. We have discussed Hartford’s field interviews in some of our videos and blog postings on this site. Hartford... read more >

Reviews from Our Clients

Request a Free Consultation

Our Lawyers Respond Same Day

By submitting this form you agree to receive SMS from Dell Disability Lawyers. Carrier and Data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. Reply STOP at any time to end messaging or Reply HELP for more information.

5 Ways We Help Get Your Benefits Paid

Get Your Disability Application Approved

Our goal is to get your application for disability insurance benefits approved. Applying for disability insurance 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 disability insurance 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 disability insurance 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 long-term disability attorneys 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 insurance attorneys 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 disability insurance 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 disability insurance 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 attorneys 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.

Our attorneys have been able to either get our clients paid monthly disability benefits or obtain a one-time lump-sum settlement in more than 98% of our cases. Our disability insurance 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 offer disability insurance attorney representation nationwide and we welcome you to contact any of our LTD lawyers 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 900 videos and regularly provide tips to help protect your disability benefits.

Who do you help?

Our disability insurance attorneys 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 insurance 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, or video conferencing sessions. 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 insurance 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.

Helpful Resources