Disability Insurance Lawsuit Stories

Name: Dell Disability Lawyers
Brand: Dell Disability Lawyers
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Disability denial lawsuit decisions from courts nationwide, reviewed by our attorneys. Learn how policyholders fought back against wrongful claim denials and won.

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Michigan Court Remands Aetna to Reconsider Disability Benefit Denial

A Michigan court finds Aetna's analysis of plaintiff's medical records was flawed in several ways, requiring remand for reconsideration of termination of benefits.

Court Upholds Principal Life's Denial of Extended Disability Benefits

Colorado court agrees with Principal Life that plaintiff's spinal fusion and back pain are no longer disabling based on medical evidence and video surveillance.

Washington Court Finds Liberty Erred in Terminating Disability Benefits

Washington court orders Liberty Life to reinstate long term disability benefits to claimant who is disabled from performing her own occupation due fibromyalgia.

Court Agrees: Principal Life Correctly Terminated Disability Benefits

Florida court upholds Principal Life's termination of benefits when claimant sufficiently recovered from Devic's Syndrome to be able to work in his own or any occupation.

Court Remands Sun Life to Consider Social Security's Decision to Award Plaintiff Disability Benefits

An Illinois court remanded to Sun Life with instructions to consider SSA's award of benefits and, if it disagreed with SSA's decision, to provide reasons why.

Federal Court Orders Principal Life Insurance Company to Pay Disability Benefits

Georgia court rules statute of limitations does not bar ERISA lawsuit and orders Principal Life to pay long term disability to plaintiff who suffers from interstitial cystitis.

Texas Court Orders Union Central to Provide Discovery to Plaintiff

Texas District Court rules against Union Central Life Insurance's motion and grants plaintiff's request for discovery.

Claimant is Ordered to Pay Attorney Fees to Standard for Failing to Exhaust Her Administrative Remedies

Missouri court dismissed ERISA lawsuit when the plaintiff failed to exhaust her administrative remedies. Additionally, plaintiff was ordered to pay Standard attorneys' fees.

Court Orders Aetna to Pay Disability Benefits when Plaintiff was Found Capable of Working

Aetna must pay total disability benefits even though the Illinois plaintiff theoretically can work, but no "reasonable occupation" is available to him.

MetLife Disability Denial Upheld when Claimant Files Lawsuit Without ERISA Appeal

Ohio Appellate court finds MetLife failed to conduct a full and fair review of claimant's degenerative disc pain when it ignored reports of treating physicians.

Court Finds Sedgwick Wrong to Deny Benefits Without Considering Claimant's Actual Job Duties

Oklahoma Court Finds AT&T erred by denying claimant disability benefits without determining if he could perform all the essential functions of his own occupation.

Ohio Court Allows Investigation Into Reliance Standard Conflict of Interest After Disability Denial

An Ohio court granted plaintiff's motion for discovery based on allegations that Reliance Standard Life Insurance Co., had a conflict of interest when denying benefits.

Arkansas Court Reverses Liberty Life's Disability Denial for a Nurse

The court reversed Liberty's disability denial of benefits for a nurse without considering factors concerning her ability to work in its three recommended occupations.

Sappi Company's Difficult Definition of Disability is Not Illegal According to Minnesota Federal Court

Minnesota court upheld Sappi's denial of disability benefits to 30-year employee whose medical records supported her claim that she could no longer do her job.

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

A Washington state court ordered Omaha to pay long term disability benefits to plaintiff when its own video surveillance showed activity consistent with plaintiff's claim.

Can UNUM Be Sued for Defamation in a Disability Insurance Case?

ERISA preempted a defamation claim against Unum when the allegations arose during the course of the Plan's processing of the claim for long term disability benefits.

Massachusetts Court Reverses Liberty Disability Denial for Failure to Examine or Consider Subjective Pain

Massachusetts Court reversed Liberty's denial when it relied on flawed opinions of reviewing physicians and failed to consider the job limitations of claimant’s subjective pain.

Court Sides with PNC: A Claimant Must Provide Proof of How Condition is Disabling

Pennsylvania court upholds PNC Financial Group's denial of long term disability benefits when claimant presented no objective proof her condition was disabling.

Sun Life's Video Surveillance Backfires & is Ordered to Pay Disability Benefits

Federal court awards total disability benefits to plaintiff whose actions shown on Sun Life's video surveillance were consistent with her disability claim of severe back pain.

Court Allows Aetna to Use the Dictionary of Occupational Titles to Deny LTD Benefits

The Maryland District Court upheld Aetna's use of the D.O.T. when determining plaintiff who suffered from chronic hip and neck pain was not disabled from his own occupation.

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Reviews from Our Clients

Keith G.

They were very professional with their responds and on time with keeping you inform about everything with your case. I would recommend My lawyer Stephen Jessup, he was on point with everything, thank you. You guys are awesome people to work with. God bless you guys.

Keith L.

I was not able to work as a physician for about 14 months due to neck/back issues. Even though I had 3 medical doctors explicitly state that I was not to work AT ALL as a physician at that time, New York Life (NYL) Disability Insurance denied my long term disability claim (which apparently they deny a high percentage of people similar to me- only they know why they do this to so many- I have my own suspicions). I was in pain from my medical issues and so frustrated with NYL considering I had many bills coming due. I then decided to call Dell Disability Lawyers. One of their attorneys, Alex Palamara, spoke to me on the phone right then to hear and understand my story and then offer ways he could help. Long story short, within a few months of me returning back to work, he was able to persuade NYL to pay me my long term disability claim. He (and his kind assistant, Tabitha) were always very helpful, informative, and available to me. I feel quite certain that NYL would NEVER have paid me what was appropriate based on my insurance agreement/ contract with them without the help of Alex. I highly recommend him/Dell Disability Lawyers. If you find yourself in a similar situation of disability insurance denial of your own personal/group policy, especially if you are a medical provider/physician like me, then consider contacting them for advice/direction PRIOR to appealing your claim on your own.

Kyle D.

Jay Symonds and his assistant, Sonia helped me tremendously. The insurance company that worked for my former employer did everything they could to make my life literally miserable. That all changed when I hired Jay. He and Sonia fought for my rights and forced the insurance company to pay what they should have.

If you have a disability claim hire Jay as if you go it alone the insurance company will screw you. Jay and Sonia will fight for everything you are entitled for. I couldn’t recommend them more highly.

Frank R.

I cannot say enough positive things about my experience with Dell Disability Lawyers. Attorney Stephen Jessup and Amanda offered an opportunity to provide clarity on a complex issue regarding my disability claim. Mr. Jessup offered advice on an offset to my claim after my insurance company asked for additional information from Social Security. With counsel from Mr. Jessup, I was able to address the outstanding issue with the Social Security office and provide my insurance company with the required documentation to address their concerns. Mr. Jessup always responded in a timely manner with expert advice and offered the opportunity for follow up. I strongly recommend Dell Disability Lawyers to those seeking legal counsel for disability matters.

Wesley D.

I have been able to help others as a soldier, a police officer, and a pharmacist. I needed help forcing the insurance company to keep their commitment to take care of me and my family. I called Dell. Alex, Tabitha, and their entire team were very compassionate, extremely patient, and extraordinarily knowledgeable. Many thanks Dell!

Samar A.

My husband had applied for Long Term Disability and was denied. We sought out Rachel Alters at Dell Disability Lawyers to help us with our appeal. Rachel and her team were so diligent and meticulous in every aspect of the process. The process was seamless, and we never had any doubts that she would get it done and that she did! We are forever grateful to Rachel and Catherine for all of their determination and tenacity to get us the outcome we needed and deserved.

We could not recommend better representation and are indebted to them for making us whole again. Thank you so much Rachel and team!

Jam

Alex Palamara is one of The Best lawyers in the world and Dell Disability Lawyers are the Best by Far. Alex and his Assistant Tabitha helped me get the compensation I needed for a Horrific Disabling heath condition I’ve been dealing with for over a year. Alex and his team were so professional and caring. They treated me like I was there own family. Alex Knowledge, Expertise and skills as a Lawyer is among the Best of the Best in his field and I would HIGHLY recommend that if you ever have any issues with any Insurance Company over your Disability issues, please don’t hesitate to seek out Dell Disability and Alex Palamara. They truly are Amazing and caring. Thank God for them. Outstanding Job Alex and Tabitha

G.T.

9 years ago when I had to apply for disability benefits from my private disability policy the insurance company ignored my inquiries until Dell and Schaefer represented me and I have received the benefits without interruption til my policy expired at age 65. I have appreciated not having to deal directly with the insurance company and having attorney Greg Dell and assistant Danielle Lauria handle all communications which included monthly progress reports. I thank them for their efforts on my behalf and highly recommend them to all those in need of disability benefits.

Misty A.

I’m so thankful I chose to reach out to the attorneys at Dell. They have always been quick to respond to any and all questions I have had. The anxiety I had while dealing with Lincoln Financial on my own has decreased immensely since Alex and Danielle took my case. They were able to get my LTD denial reversed and I am so very grateful!

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