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January 19, 2026
What a Disability Claim Looks Like After a Denial: Next Phases and Decisions

What a Disability Claim Looks Like After a Denial: Next Phases and Decisions

When your long-term disability (LTD) claim is denied, you may assume the process has ended. In reality, a denial often marks the beginning of the most important phase of your claim. Understanding what happens next, what decisions matter most, and where mistakes commonly occur allows claimants to act strategically rather […]
January 12, 2026

ERISA Lawsuit vs. Appeal: When Federal Court Is the Next Step

Long-term disability (LTD) claims governed by ERISA follow a rigid path. Claimants must navigate internal appeals before they can access a federal court. Many denials persist despite strong medical evidence. At that point, an ERISA lawsuit may become the only meaningful remedy. Keep reading this guide to learn why you […]
January 5, 2026
Dentists & Physicians: Hand, Fine-Motor, and Cognitive Limits in Own-Occ Claims

Dentists & Physicians: Hand, Fine-Motor, and Cognitive Limits in Own-Occupation Claims

Dentists and physicians depend on precision, consistency, and cognitive control to practice safely. Even minor impairments can end a clinical career. Disability insurers often overlook this reality when evaluating own-occupation claims. They may focus on gross strength or general capacity while ignoring fine-motor decline, tremor, neuropathy, or cognitive overload. Below, […]
December 29, 2025
Individual Disability Policies for Professionals & Small Business Owners

Individual Disability Policies for Professionals & Small Business Owners

Professionals and business owners often rely on individual disability policies to protect their income. These private contracts differ significantly from employer-sponsored group plans. Understanding those differences matters when filing or defending an individual disability insurance claim. Dentists, physicians, executives, and owners face unique risks that require precise documentation and strategy. […]