January 24, 2018

Can Any Aspects Affect How Much Long-Term Disability I Receive?

The first thing many people wonder when they have been afflicted with a disability is: How much will my long-term disability benefit be? The truth is, every policy is very different from the next, so it is sometimes difficult to place a specific dollar amount. Most LTD plans will allow […]
January 26, 2017

Canadian Study Finds Link Between GDP And Long-Term Disability Claims

In a pioneering study conducted by Canada’s RBC Insurance, a link has been found between long-term disability (LTD) claims and GDP. The link is counter-intuitive, showing that long-term disability claims actually rise with economic growth. When GDP falls, LTD claims do as well. It may seem odd to find claims […]
September 25, 2016

What Happens When Your LTD Benefits Run Out?

If you are already receiving long-term disability (LTD) benefits or you are in the process of making a claim, one of your biggest concerns may be what happens when your benefits period runs out. If your insurance company terminates your LTD benefits while you are still considered disabled under your […]