Question

How do I negotiate to keep some of Unum's SSDI back-pay checks?

Asked on April 21st 2014 by Deb
I’m getting an SSDI back-pay check soon. UNUM wants me to pay it back to them. How can I negotiate to keep some of it? Thank you.

Answer

Answered on May 22nd 2014 by Attorney Stephen Jessup

Deb, Unum has no duty to negotiate with you over the SSDI back benefit check. That being said, you can inquire as to the possibility of maintaining a portion and setting up a repayment plan.