Articles from March 2018

ERISA/Long-Term Disability Claim Denials – Texas Attorneys

Are You Disabled from Work and Having Trouble with Insurance?

You may never have thought about the federal law known as ERISA — which stands for the Employee Retirement Income Security Act — until you experienced the potentially devastating problem of having your disability benefits unfairly denied by your long-term disability insurer.

A limited number of Texas lawyers will take on the challenge of appealing an unfair long-term disability (LTD) claim denial. Our firm does, with a high rate of success. If your doctor believes you are legitimately disabled and unable to work, please contact our law firm today to talk through legal options.

Troubling ERISA realities include:

  • Profit-driven private insurers often fail to honor LTD insurance policies you may count on for 60 – 80 percent of your earnings if you become disabled by injury or illness.
  • A very high percentage of claimants have their valid LTD claims denied, causing tremendous financial and emotional stress.
  • Plan administrators at large insurance companies employ aggressive strategies to avoid paying your claim, and the appeal process is lengthy and complex.

Real Help Navigating a Complex Process for Getting Benefits You Deserve

Problems with ERISA are widely recognized in the legal community. This does not just mean insurers are slow to pay, but that they may do everything they can to avoid paying at all. Essentially, this federal law does not effectively protect you against unfair denials of the benefits you count on, even though you or your employer may have paid substantial premiums for decades. States do not have power to step in.

We carefully evaluate denied disability claims, and we file the lawsuits necessary to achieve favorable resolution, focusing on:

  • Ensuring you have satisfied all pre-lawsuit requirements of your insurer
  • Building an “administrative record” packed with medical evidence of the legitimacy and severity of your disability, in order to meet a high burden of proof
  • Providing a caring and knowledgeable resource for protection of your rights through every phase of your ordeal

Contact a Proven ERISA/LTD Claims Lawyer in Texas Now

Our work in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases has equipped us well to help you if your LTD claim has been unfairly rejected and denied. However, fast action can be very important. If you have received a letter denying your claim, act now to put a proven ERISA attorney to work on your case.

Texas Denied Social Security Claims Lawyer

It is very common for Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims to be denied the first time around. This is especially common for individuals who do not seek guidance from a knowledgeable lawyer prior to pursuing their claims. Often, the Social Security Administration will reject claims that lack sufficient evidence of an accepted disability. We help individuals throughout Texas who have received notices of denied claims and denied benefits. You can rely on our experience to properly pursue your rights on appeal.

Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Advice in Texas

Our Texas law firm has experience appealing both SSI and SSDI claims in order to help you receive the compensation you need to continue on with your life. We represent you through all stages of the appeals process, from your initial reconsideration hearing and hearing by an administrative law judge, to review by the appeals council.

If necessary, we will even pursue your appeal in federal court. Our attorneys have a proven track record of success achieving the goals of our clients in all stages in the appeals process. If you have questions relating to your denied benefits claims, we will provide you with answers, explaining all of your options.

Experienced Representation From Start to Finish

Whether you are just beginning your case or need assistance with denied claims, we will be by your side throughout the entire process. It is critical to follow the steps set by the courts in order to properly obtain the compensation you need. We will ensure that all procedures are followed and fight for you in court if you do not receive the award you deserve.

Problems With Denied Social Security Claims? Contact Our Experienced Lawyers

For solid legal representation and compassionate advocacy, contact our Social Security appeals law firm. We will fight your denied claims and pursue the compensation you deserve.