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Depending on your level of insurance coverage, if the symptoms of a chronic illness, catastrophic injury, or severe mental health condition prevent you from carrying out the duties of your job, you might be eligible for Long-Term disability (LTD) benefits. Your employerโ€™s group insurance plan might include coverage for LTD benefits, or they might be available as part of an insurance policy you pay for privately.

The process of applying for LTD benefits is not always simple or straightforward. In fact, many claimants face an exceptional degree of scrutiny from their insurance providers, and even outright disbelief. Unfortunately, this is often the case for policyholders trying to recover LTD benefits for so-called โ€œinvisibleโ€ injuries or illnesses.

Some examples of invisible injuries or illnesses that are often unfairly dismissed by insurers include:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic pain or complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Arthritis
  • And more

Along with their claims for LTD benefits, applicants are generally required to include a thorough roster of evidence proving that they have been diagnosed with a debilitating medical condition, that they have been receiving prolonged and ongoing treatment for it, and that their ability to complete their jobs has been jeopardized because of their conditionโ€™s symptoms. However, since โ€œinvisibleโ€ injuries do not manifest themselves with symptoms that can be objectively measured or observed, claimants seeking LTD benefits to cope with them might need to go to great lengths to secure the payments to which they should be entitled.

Claimants suffering from โ€œinvisibleโ€ injuries or illnesses are not the only insurance policyholders whose claims for LTD benefits are denied. Insurance providers often turn down claims and withhold payments for a number of reasons, including:

  • Insufficient supporting medical evidence was included in the application
  • The claim was filed late, past the requisite deadlines
  • The medical condition does not meet the insurance policyโ€™s definition of โ€œdisabilityโ€
  • The policy includes contractual stipulations (often excluding pre-existing conditions) that disqualify a claimantโ€™s application
  • The claimant refused to undergo an independent medical examination (IME)
  • And more

LTD benefits typically provide recipients with between 60% and 70% of their regular earnings. During a prolonged and difficult battle with a severe injury or illness, LTD benefits can provide a stable source of income and a genuine sense of security.

At Preszler Injury Lawyers, our Long-Term disability lawyers serving Kirkland Lake are committed to helping members of the local community who have been unfairly denied the honest treatment and crucial financial support to which they are rightfully entitled. If your claim for LTD benefits has been denied, call 1-800-JUSTICE today and receive a free initial consultation with our Kirkland Lake Long-Term disability lawyers.

Speak With Our Long-Term Disability Lawyers Serving Kirkland Lake

During a free initial consultation with our Long-Term disability lawyers serving Kirkland Lake, you will have the opportunity to review the circumstances of your case and learn about options that might be available to you. If you are eligible, by working with our Kirkland Lake Long-Term disability lawyers, you might be able to recover your previously denied benefits payments, damages you have incurred because of your claimโ€™s initial denial, and possibly more.

To schedule your free initial consultation with our Long-Term disability lawyers serving Kirkland Lake, contact Preszler Injury Lawyers.

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Case Results

long-term disability Settlements

Please note that past results are not indicative of future results as each scenario presents itself with its unique set of circumstances. But here are some long-term disability related wins weโ€™ve had for our clients.

Settlement

Long-Term Disability

$2.2M

Our client was denied LTD payments after struggling with mental health problems. We settled for more than $500,000 over the policy value due to the insurance company’s bad conduct.

Settlement

Long-Term Disability

$995K

The individual was a trader who had a nervous breakdown during the 2008 financial crisis. His insurer initially denied his LTD claim but we were able to challenge that successfully.

Settlement

Long-Term Disability

$900K

We successfully obtained a settlement for an employer who was denied LTD benefits after being fired by his employer.

Settlement

Long-Term Disability

$750K

Client unable to work relating to health issues.

Settlement

Long-Term Disability

$750K

We successfully obtained a settlement for an individual denied benefits due to a pre-existing condition, when they had an “own occupation” disability benefit policy.

Settlement

Long-Term Disability

$713K

We successfully achieved a settlement for a client with CRPS who had their benefits cut-off after attempting to return to part-time work. Inclusive of $130,000 in punitive damages.

Settlement

Long-Term Disability

$440K

We successfully negotiated a larger settlement for our client, including $100,000 in punitive damages, after an insurer claimed their partial paralysis did not qualify for benefits due to wrongful surveillance.

Settlement

Long-Term Disability

$420K

We sucessfully obtained a settlement for a client whose benefits were denied due to their insurer’s misinterpretation of their own medical reports. This included $100,000 in punitive damages.

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Download Our "Long-Term Disability Appeals" E-Book

Hereโ€™s an e-book you might find useful if youโ€™re interested in learning more about how long-term disability claims work.

Long-Term Disability Appeals

In this ebook, youโ€™ll learn:

  • The difference between an internal appeal and a lawsuit
  • How the LTD appeals process typically works in Ontario
  • What evidence you can gather to strengthen your appeal
  • How to respond to insurance company requests and other tactics they might use
  • What deadlines may apply to your appeal
  • The benefits of working with an LTD lawyer when you need to appeal your denied claim
  • And more

 

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Download Our "Iโ€™m Approaching Change of Definition" E-Book

Hereโ€™s an e-book you might find useful if youโ€™re interested in learning more about how long-term disability claims work.

Iโ€™m Approaching Change of Definition

This ebook will help you:

  • Understand what โ€œchange of definitionโ€ means when it comes to LTD policies
  • Learn when this shift typically occurs and how it might affect your eligibility
  • Know what evidence you can collect to support your continued claim
  • Identify warning signs that a denial or termination might be coming
  • Explore your legal options when your insurer cuts off your benefits
  • Discover how a long-term disability lawyer can advocate for your rights
  • And more
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Download Our "Denied Long-Term Disability Benefits" E-Book

Hereโ€™s an e-book you might find useful if youโ€™re interested in learning more about how long-term disability claims work.

Denied Long-Term Disability Benefits

In this ebook, youโ€™ll learn:

  • Common reasons why long-term disability claims are denied in Ontario
  • What to do immediately after receiving an LTD denial
  • The difference between appealing a denial and filing a lawsuit against your insurer
  • How to gather strong medical and occupational evidence to support your claim
  • What deadlines apply to LTD claim disputes
  • How our long-term disability lawyers can help you build a strong case
  • What compensation you may be entitled to
  • And more
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Download Our "Applying for Long-Term Disability Benefits" E-Book

Hereโ€™s an e-book you might find useful if youโ€™re interested in learning more about how long-term disability claims work.

Applying for Long-Term Disability Benefits

In this ebook, you can read about:

  • Who qualifies for LTD benefits in Ontario
  • How to effectively complete your LTD application package
  • What medical and employment documentation you need to collect
  • How insurance companies evaluate LTD claims
  • Tips to avoid common errors that may lead to delays or denials
  • What to do if your claim is denied
  • How our long-term disability lawyers can support your application
  • And more
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More long-term disability Video Resources

We also have some videos on the topic of long-term disability claims

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long-term disability FAQs

Here are some commonly asked questions for long-term disability claims

Yes, CPP denials can be appealed through the Social Security Tribunal, which reviews applications and medical evidence.

You may seek a second opinion from another qualified physician to provide additional evidence.

Insurers may stop benefits if they believe you no longer meet the disability definition, but they must provide reasons.

Employers usually only know that you’re receiving LTD benefits, not the details of your medical condition.

Your LTD insurer may deduct CPP benefits from your LTD payments. Approval for CPP Disability may strengthen your LTD case.

Sometimes, policies allow partial benefits if you can work reduced hours. The rules depend on your policy language.

Taxation depends on whether your premiums were paid with pre-tax or after-tax income. If your employer paid the premiums, your benefits may be taxable.

Employment termination doesn’t automatically cancel your LTD benefits. Your coverage may continue as long as you were covered when you became disabled.

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