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Should I Work with a Disability Insurance Lawyer Before I File My Claim or Wait to See If There’s a Problem?

Most people don’t even think about calling a lawyer until they’re facing a problem. But often, the services of an attorney are most helpful when you want to avoid a problem altogether. Think about it this way: it’s a lot faster to do something the right way the first time than to wait for a problem to occur and then figure out what needs to be done to fix it. That is often the case when filing a claim for benefits under a disability insurance policy. An experienced Philadelphia long-term disability appeal lawyer can help prevent the need for an […]

When Surgery Isn’t Successful: What Happens When Your Disability Insurer Expects You Return to Work But Your Disability Remains?

When a disabling condition interferes with your ability to practice your profession, surgery is often touted as the miracle cure. Surgeons will repair whatever isn’t functioning, your body will heal, and then you will be as good as new. At least, that usually seems to be the expectation. The reality is often far different. Surgery may accomplish nothing helpful. Or it may not be enough to enable you to regain the functionality you need to perform delicate tasks. You may still be left with pain that prevents you from moving or even sitting comfortably, so that it remains impossible to […]