California Long Term Disability (ERISA) Lawyers:
Long term disability (LTD) / ERISA law have some issues that frequently arise when there is a denial of benefits by the insurance carrier. It is important to remember that the initial stages of applying for LTD benefits and communicating with the representative of the insurance carrier may seem straightforward and transparent. Yet, these are complex issues which we vigorously litigate against insurers in Federal Court on behalf of our clients. Click on the links below for additional details and relevant case law.
KEY TOPICS in ERISA Litigation:
Affirmative Defenses / Motion to Strike
Communicating With Your Doctor
Computing Time in Federal Court
Credibility of Litigant/Claimant
Discretionary Clauses in LTD policies
Exhaustion of Administrative Remedies
Filing an ERISA Claim (Federal Court)
New Disability Claims Procedures
Objective vs Subjective Evidence
Own Occupation vs Any Occupation
Present Value of Future Benefits
Sedentary Work Under SSDI and ERISA
Summary Judgment vs Judgment on the Record
Two Year Mental Illness Limitations
What is ERISA vs What Is Not ERISA
