Tag: disability insurance
Long-Term Disability: The Perils of Going It Alone
Posted December 20, 2016
We currently live in what may be looked back upon as the golden age of DIY (do-it-yourself). From people fixing their vehicles with the help of YouTube videos to people taking on home renovations inspired by their favorite program on HGTV, people from all walks of life are diving in to DIY. There are many […]
Three Insurance Coverage Gaps You Shouldn’t Ignore
Posted December 9, 2016
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You thought you covered the essentials: your home, your car, and your health are all insured. What else could you need? Unfortunately, many Americans who insure their basic needs have gaps in coverage that can unexpectedly drain their savings if disaster strikes.
Disabling Conditions: Getting The Coverage You Need
Posted October 7, 2016
Do I need disability insurance coverage? Yes. Why? Answer this question: If an injury or medical condition left you unable to do your current job or earn a living in your chosen field, do you have a plan to keep a roof over your family’s head and ensure the bills continue to be paid? If […]
Wrestling With Disability
Posted September 19, 2016
There’s nothing fake about professional wrestling. The injuries are real and the brutality of being on the road for 220 days a year takes a tremendous toll on a wrestler’s body. The outcome of a match is predetermined, but the long-term collateral damage is all too real, evidenced by the incredible number of wrestlers who […]
Is My Insurance Company Entitled to My Tax Returns?
Posted August 3, 2016
If you file a claim for disability insurance benefits, your insurance company will likely ask for copies of your state and federal tax returns. Can they really do that? In the latest installment of our Disability FAQ video series, we explain what personal information your insurance company is legally entitled to, what they intend to […]
Are our firefighters adequately protected?
Posted June 30, 2016
The extreme heat that hit Southern California at the end of June brought with it a series of wildfires, with the Associated Press reporting that about 770 homes in the city of Duarte at the foot of the San Gabriel mountains near Los Angeles were under evacuation orders. The reason? Two uncontained wildfires with a […]
What affects the cost of disability insurance?
Posted June 20, 2016
If you come to the conclusion that you want to purchase a disability insurance policy, one of the first questions you will have is “how much does it cost?” While this is an important question to answer, you don’t want it to stop you from getting the right coverage. If you are purchasing your own […]
Do I Need A Lawyer’s Help With My Claim Forms?
Posted June 7, 2016
If you are filing a long term disability insurance claim, you may be tempted to complete the forms on your own. However, these forms are designed to be confusing and ambiguous, which makes it easy to make fatal claim mistakes. It’s important to contact one of our experienced Seattle disability attorneys today. In this video, […]
What To Consider Before Requesting Disability Insurance Claim Forms
Posted May 24, 2016
Are you thinking about filing a long term disability insurance claim? In this video, we explain the factors to consider before requesting claim forms, such as: How do you know if or when you’re considered disabled? Do you have difficulty with the primary or material duties of your occupation? Are your earnings plummeting as a […]
Insurance Advice Every Millennial Needs To Hear
Posted May 11, 2016
Founding partner Frank N. Darras bought disability insurance shortly after he graduated law school. Although his disability law career was just beginning, one thing was already clear: income protection was not something to forgo. Today’s young adults face a different reality. Many are not educated about insurance before entering the workforce, and with the […]