Can I Protect My Future LTD Benefits From Termination?

Long term disability benefits exist to help all those unable to return to work maintain their standard of life, despite the lack of a paycheck. Here at Walker & Hern, we are committed to helping all those injured or disabled receive the benefits they need. Unfortunately, even after being awarded those benefits, there are instances where insurance companies will try and revoke them down the line. This is unacceptable. Please continue reading and reach out to our experienced nationwide long term disability attorneys today to learn more about how we can help you through the legal process ahead. Here are some of the questions you may have:

Can an insurance company terminate my benefits?

From the moment you are awarded LTD benefits, the insurance company will most likely be looking to deny you of them. They will require you to continue submitting medical information and updates regarding your condition, ensuring that as the months and years go by, you are still unable to work and therefore entitled to the benefits. In some cases, insurance companies may even hire a private investigator to follow you around and observe your day-to-day life to ensure that you are not faking your disability. Of course, this can seem like a massive intrusion on your privacy, and, frankly speaking, it is. If either your medical records or a private investigator’s findings cause your insurance company to discontinue your benefits, you may find yourself in a very precarious situation, which is why you must retain the services of an experienced long term disability attorney to ensure you retain the benefits you

How can Walker & Hern protect my benefits?

Walker & Hern is here to help you through every step of the LTD process. For example, you may be required to answer questions over the telephone. Our firm can stand by and help you through every single call to ensure you file your claim both accurately and appropriately. We can also reach out to your doctor to ensure all medical records, interviews, and written statements are enough to qualify you for disability benefits. Ultimately, we will do everything in our power to ensure you receive, and retain the benefits you need to go on living as before. For any additional questions regarding the LTD process, please do not hesitate to speak with our knowledgeable team of attorneys today.