CHICAGO DISABILITY INSURANCE LAWYERS
When you need guidance about your short-term or long-term disability claim, our insurance attorneys are here to help.
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Our Chicago-based legal team helps professionals across Illinois with their insurance-related claims and disputes.
After our client’s disability insurance benefits were improperly terminated, we negotiated a $1.6 million settlement for him.
Our medical practice team recovered $500,000 for a physician group when an insurer failed to properly reimburse them for their services.
We collected $440,000 in unpaid disability insurance benefits for our client and got her LTD benefits reinstated by proving she was disabled from any occupation.
Employment changes can be a stressful time whether it’s your choice or due to termination. Either way, you’ll have to navigate changes in your benefits such as health insurance coverage, retirement savings, and potentially disability insurance benefits. Illinois does not have a law requiring that employers continue sponsored life insurance, long-term or short-term disability insurance …
Sufferers of hidden disabilities, or disabilities that are not immediately apparent, can face additional struggles in their insurance claims. An invisible disability like chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia doesn’t show up…
Independent medical examinations (IMEs) are often less “independent” than the term suggests. Disability insurers work closely with a network of doctors and medical providers whose primary goal is to build a case against claimants so that the insurer doesn’t have to pay out. If an insurance adjuster schedules you for an IME, it’s important that you are prepared. However, undergoing an …
Our experienced team has helped professionals across Chicago and Illinois recover millions in unpaid benefits and compensation. Bryant Legal Group takes a practical approach, focusing on your needs.
Short-term disability insurance typically covers a portion of your income for a limited period (usually 3-6 months), while long-term disability insurance provides coverage for extended periods, potentially until retirement age.
You should consult with a disability lawyer as soon as you receive a denial or termination of benefits, or if you’re having difficulty with your insurance company during the claims process.
ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act) governs most employer-sponsored disability insurance plans. ERISA claims follow specific federal procedures and timelines that differ significantly from individual disability insurance policies.
Many disability insurance policies include provisions for partial or residual disability benefits if you can work in a limited capacity but cannot perform all the duties of your occupation.
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