Reviews from Our Clients
PC McD
Attorney Rachel Alters & Legal Assistant Sonia Nogueira are the absolutely THE BEST! I became acquainted with them when my existing LTD benefits were suddenly terminated. I was at my WITS END… Other firms I had contacted simply followed “cookie cutter” flow charts… NONE of them took into consideration the exact terms of my employer’s LTD coverage nor seemed to understand my specific medical condition. Because an appeal “would not be easy”, those firms did not seem interested in representing me. They simply disclosed low odds of success & expensive fees.
NOT DELL!
I learned of Dell literally as the result of a Google search after yet another disappointing meeting. The website showcased success they achieved involving my exact condition. I filled-out a “Contact Us” type section & received a call back the SAME EVENING. Next, someone followed-up with me during business hours to schedule a phone appointment with Rachel. During our meeting, she expressed confidence in her ability to WIN my case, which she ultimately DID.
Dell’s SUCCESSFUL reinstatement of my benefits required more than just legal expertise. It called for resourcefulness & determination. My calls & emails were ALWAYS answered promptly & professionally. My input was ALWAYS given respectful consideration. I was ALWAYS kept informed EVERY STEP of the way…
FAST FORWARD several years: Rachel & Sonia are the SAME TEAM still standing by my side EVERY TIME the insurance company presents requests for updated documentation… & actually ANY TIME I have questions or concerns.
Dell’s continued representation allows my family & I to remain focused on my medical care without distractions.
WE ARE GRATEFUL.
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Georgetta M.
When faced with applying for long term disability, I felt overwhelmed. It was stressful enough dealing with my medical issues and bills. I spoke to 3 different firms before deciding to go with Stephen Jessup at Dell. He had read my policy and mentioned key points. I found Stephen to be honest and able to explain the relevant issues to me. I felt so relieved and knew I had found the right attorney. It’s been over five years and I’m still very happy that Stephen is my attorney. I always felt confident that dealing with the insurance company would be taken care of and I could focus on getting better. The staff at Dell is great too.
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Jenn C.
I had all but given up hope until I found Jason and Tabitha. I was an EMT, Emergency Department Tech, and an LNA. I spent my life working to save others when New York Life bought my policy from Cigna they tried to destroy my life. Ending my benefits after a decade. I was forced out of my career by cancer and ended up with CRPS and Small Fiber Neuropathy. My life depends on expensive medical care, losing my benefit was life threatening. Thanks to the aggressive, outstanding representation of Dell I have my benefits back including my life insurance. They did it fast in terms of how these things usually go and they not only gave me a solid case but confidence that I will not be put through this again. I highly recommend Dell Disability Lawyers.
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Lesko G.
Stephen Jessup and his team are a pleasure to work with and are extremely dedicated and smart. They treat me great and I would highly recommend them. They are a fantastic legal team and they have a full library of very informative legal videos on YouTube which is a great way to learn about the exceptional legal staff and the firm as well as how they build winning strategies for their clients. Stephen Jessup is a hard worker with a great depth of legal knowledge and experience. I have great respect and confidence in Stephen and the firm. I’m very grateful to have Stephen Jessup on my side!!
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S.S.
I am a physician in my 30s who was practicing in my hospital based medical specialty until my Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis began to severely limit my physical ability to work.
My husband and I were obviously in distress at these very unwanted life changes and frankly overwhelmed with the possibility of a long and traumatizing legal battle ahead of us. We knew we were legally entitled to benefits through the separate private individual and employer based ERISA disability insurance policies we had, but even cursory research and discussion with colleagues made it clear that insurance companies will strategize with their own legal teams to find ways to not pay out benefits. We found many before us who had fallen unwittingly into legal pitfalls that prevented them from ultimately obtaining benefits. We realized we needed to seek legal counseling.
We found Dell Disability Lawyers through their YouTube channel where their partners have videos discussing the legal intricacies and latest developments in private disability law. I was impressed by their dedication to the field and reached out through their website to request a free consultation.
We were delighted to hear that Mr. Steven Dell himself would be willing to take our case and felt assured that we would be represented by the best of the best.
We have not been disappointed in our expectation and have, in fact, been consistently very impressed. Steven Dell is clearly both knowledgeable and wise about dealing with these issues but more importantly, has shown kindness and impeccable honesty at each step of the way.
Merlin has demonstrated a very high capacity for organizing and handling the endless myriad of documents and communications between us and the insurance companies. She has also been very compassionate, accessible and forthcoming in dealing with our many anxiety fueled emails and telephone calls to her and we are very grateful for her involvement.
For over 7 months, we have been working closely with Steven Dell and Merlin Bryan from Dell Disability Lawyers as they have guided us through the process of review and initial application for benefits from our two insurance policies (Hartford and Ameritas).
We are happy to announce we just received approval of claim from the Hartford insurance company.
At this time we are still working with this firm as we await the final decisions from Ameritas policy that we are hopeful will have a similar outcome.
As anyone with a chronic and progressive illness can tell you, time becomes a very precious commodity. Through their representation, Dell Disability Lawyers has allowed us to focus the majority of our time enjoying the time and function I have left while resting assured that our disability case laid in competent and caring hands.
The truth is that no amount of money can make up for what we have lost, but it is a huge comfort to have a team like Dell Disability Lawyers at our sides to help us ensure we will be able to continue to care for ourselves and our families.
We highly recommend Dell Disability Lawyers, Mr. Steven Dell and Ms. Merlin Bryan to handle your disability insurance claim.
Thank you Steven, thank you Merlin!
We will certainly plan on leaving another review for completeness once we have our final decision from Ameritas.
Paula B.
I have been working with Dell Disability Lawyers for the past 5 years concerning my disability as it pertained to my employer. I have been more than pleased with them the entire time. They have always kept me informed of any paperwork needing completed or any changes coming ahead. Nothing has been a surprise. I would recommend them to you to help with your disability case if you’re trying to dip into the policy you’ve been paying for.
Michael M.
I am a physician who has been disabled for over 10 years. During this time I have been represented by Cesar Gavidia and his assistant, Danielle Lauria. Their representation on my behalf has allowed me to concentrate on dealing with my disability/disease process and all associated complications and not having to deal with all the things that are necessary in a disability insurance claim. Based on my personal experience from many years of practicing medicine I would consider their work product, insight and effort in the disability insurance claim procedures to be superior. I would recommnend them, which I have done, with my highest level of confidence. In short, you will be well served with this practice.
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Dan P.
I had to retire from my career due to a bad back that restricted me from performing my duties. I had LTD insurance and after a few years of receiving monthly benefits from this insurance company, they notified me that my benefits were terminated stating that I don’t qualify due to my duties not fitting into some “national job description” and a nurse had deemed me eligible to go back to work. It’s a crushing feeling to have this told to you over the phone with hardly any information given. Luckily, I came across Dell Disability Lawyers and spoke with Attorney Palamara who calmed me down and stated they would take my case. Within a couple of months my benefits were restored, and I had piece of mind. I cannot thank Attorney Palamara and the staff at Dell Disability Lawyers enough for their professionalism, no nonsense approach, personal and timely communication and quick ability to litigate my case.
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Jen S.
I wanted to thank Mr. Symonds and his legal assistant Sonia for their professionalism, guidance and dedication towards my LTD insurance claim. Going through the denial process on my own was going to get me sicker and I knew it was time for help right away. I reached out to Dell Disability Lawyers for assistance and not too long after my call, I was connected with Sonia. Soon after that, I was talking about my case with Mr. Symonds. After a long and tedious process with the LTD insurer, we won the case. The wait can absolutely be lengthy, but in the end, it was all very much worth the fight. Thank you both so much for all that you have done for me! I also want to thank those who assisted in keeping me updated, as needed. Highly recommended for anyone who is going through the brutal process of an LTD denial.
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