Long Term Disability (LTD) Lawyers
Most LTD insurance policies commence payment of benefits after short-term disability insurance (or sometimes employment insurance benefits) expires, usually at the three or six month mark. Long Term Disability benefits usually pay a percentage of the employee’s salary at the time of onset of the disability, for a prescribed period of time. Many policies only provide coverage for 2 years, unless the employee is unable to return not only to their own job, but to any job for which they are reasonably suited, or could be re-trained to perform. This is known in the insurance industry as the “any occupation” phase of the LTD policy. Call l 1-888-662-2481 today to learn how we can help you.
Frequently, the transition to the “any occupation” phase results in termination of benefits, with the insurance company suggesting that the employee is able to return either to his or her own job, or to another job. The termination of LTD benefits can be very stressful for the employee, who may disagree with the insurance company’s decision. Adding to this stress is that insurance companies often terminate a sick or injured worker’s disability benefits without sufficient or any legitimate reason to do so. When this happens, a policyholder is entitled to sue his or her insurance company for the benefits that have been improperly denied.
While the transition to the “any occupation” phase of a policy is where a claim for disability benefits is typically denied, there are many other ways that an insurer can attempt to avoid paying benefits. These can include alleging that an insured person has failed to provide timely or appropriate medical information, failed to file their application on time, or failed to participate in treatment or a return to work plan. Again, when this happens, legal action may be required in order to gain access to the benefits that were improperly denied.
Finally, a long term disability insurer has an obligation to manage claims fairly and in good faith. A failure to do so could result in punitive damages or mental distress damages beyond what is payable under the contract of insurance. While these damages are rare, they present another avenue of recovery for those whose benefits are unfairly denied. The lawyers at Oatley Vigmond have a long track record of making insurers do the right thing. If you have been denied benefits for any reason, please contact us for a free initial consultation. We are able to help you.
RISK-FREE REPRESENTATION – Oatley Vigmond’s Promise
At Oatley Vigmond, we never charge our clients until their disability insurance claims have been secured. We offer free consultations and do not charge for unsuccessful claims. This policy allows us to put qualified, risk-representation in reach of anyone in Ontario.
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PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST – Oatley Vigmond’s Mandate
At Oatley Vigmond, we strive to make the disability insurance claim process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Our team will take charge of your claim to secure the optimal outcome while you focus on what matters in your life. For over 40 years, Ontarians have trusted us to navigate complex insurance frameworks and submission deadlines.
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Oatley Vigmond represents people throughout Ontario. If your insurer has denied or terminated your disability benefits please contact us to receive a free consultation from one of our experienced personal injury lawyers.
We believe in putting people first – that’s the heart and soul of the Oatley Vigmond approach.