The discussion centers on a long-term disability case handled against Lincoln Financial, involving a software developer who developed severe long COVID symptoms that worsened his pre-existing multiple sclerosis. Although his claim was initially approved and paid for about 10 months, Lincoln abruptly terminated his benefits based on a review by a hired physician who claimed […]
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Lincoln Financial Reversed Disability Insurance Denial of Manager
This case involves a disability insurance claim against Lincoln Financial Group where the claimant was initially approved for short-term disability but then denied long-term disability during the transition period—a common point where insurers reassess claims more strictly. Lincoln argued that the same medical evidence used to approve benefits was no longer sufficient and misclassified the […]
Accurate Job Classification in Lincoln Disability Claims: Why It Matters
When someone becomes disabled and unable to work, they may turn to their disability insurance for financial support. Unfortunately, not all claims are approved. Such was the case for Ms. A., whose disability claim was denied by Lincoln, her insurance provider. According to Lincoln, Ms. A.’s occupation as a “Medical Social Worker” was classified as […]
Registered Nurse Wins Disability Insurance Appeal of Lincoln Financial Denial
This discussion covers a long-term disability case involving a registered nurse whose claim with Lincoln Financial was initially approved but later denied at the 24-month mark, when the policy definition changed from “own occupation” to “any occupation.” The nurse suffered from lumbar spine issues and knee problems that made the physically demanding duties of hospital […]
Lincoln Financial Disability Insurance Denial of Hotel Manager with Colon Cancer Reversed
Long term disability attorney Stephen Jessup discusses a successful appeal against Lincoln Financial for a resort general manager whose disability claim was terminated after his colon cancer went into remission.
Nurse With Gastrointestinal Issues Wins Lincoln Disability Insurance Appeal
Case Overview The discussion centers on a nurse suffering from severe gastrointestinal issues, including constant bowel incontinence and multiple surgeries. She was initially approved for short-term and long-term disability benefits, but after about 18 months, Lincoln Financial denied her claim. The insurer argued that after surgeries, she should be able to return to light-duty nursing, […]
Can You Sue Lincoln Financial Without Submitting a Disability Insurance Appeal?
Long term disability attorney Alex Palamara discusses the requirement of filing two appeals on most Lincoln Financial disability insurance denials before you can lawfully file a lawsuit.
Who Makes the Final Decision in Lincoln Financial Disability Denials?
Long term disability insurance denial attorneys Greg Dell and Alex Palamara discuss who makes the final decision when reviewing a Lincoln Financial disability denial appeal letter.
Lincoln Financial Long Term Disability Appeal Tips
Lincoln Financial is one of the top five largest disability insurance companies. Long term disability insurance attorneys Gregory Dell and Alex Palamara answer questions about Lincoln Financial disability appeals and provide tips to help claimants get their Lincoln Financial disability denial reversed.
Lincoln Financial Disability Insurance Denial Legal Tips
In this video long term disability insurance denial lawyers Cesar Gavidia and Gregory Dell discuss what to expect if your Lincoln Financial disability insurance claim is denied. We discuss the immediate steps to take and how our lawyers can help to get your Lincoln disability benefits paid.
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