Attorneys Gregory Dell and Rachel Alters discuss the occupation of a Manager and provide tips to win your disability benefits. A manager is a broadly defined occupation depending on your industry, how many people you manage, and what physical and mental demands are required on a daily basis. Insurance companies…
When it comes to applying for long term disability benefits, timing questions—in particular, when to apply for benefits—tend to be the types that keep claimants up at night. At Dell & Schaefer, we’ll be the first to tell you that the answer to this question is often, “it depends.” Though…
Are you asking yourself the question, “Do I qualify for disability insurance benefits?”? In this round table discussion, the disability insurance attorneys at Dell & Schaefer examine the topics: what are the terms of your disability insurance policy the definition of “pre-existing condition” why…
In this video and article gain insight into the most common medical reasons for a disability insurance claim. Disability insurance attorneys Rachel Alters, Gregory Dell and Cesar Gavidia discuss the TOP 5 Common Disability Insurance Claim Conditions. For an extensive review of your disability insurance company visit Diattorney.com for more…
One of the most difficult things claimants experience is asking their doctors to fill out forms and give physician statements as to how the patient’s medical condition makes it impossible for him or her to perform their job duties. This is the most important part of avoiding a disability insurance…
A question we are often asked is, “Do I need a lawyer for a long-term disability claim?” The short answer is, “Yes.” We say that for good reasons, not just because we are disability insurance lawyers. Having a lawyer involved from the beginning shows the insurance company that you are…
One question on the top of everyone’s mind about their long term disability insurance benefit is, “How long does a disability insurance claim take to process?” The answer is a common one: It all depends. There are many variables that influence how long it takes. Everyone thinks the delay is because the…
We are often asked, “Do I have to quit my job before I apply for disability insurance benefits?” The answer is a resounding, “No!” In fact, you should not quit your job if you are planning on filing for benefits under your employer-provided policy. The insurance company will say since…
In this video, attorneys Gregory Dell and Stephen Jessup talk about the difficulties doctors often face when applying for disability benefits. Many doctors are hesitant to admit they have a disabling condition. They fear it may affect their ability to sell their medical practice. They are also concerned about what…
In this video, Attorneys Gregory Dell and Victor Peña discuss trends with Disability Insurance companies. Insurers across the country seem to be getting stricter with their evaluation of claims. They are conducting more field interviews, more independent medical exams (IMEs), and using video surveillance. The goal seems to be to…