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Shawn E. McDermott

Shawn E. McDermott is the Managing Partner at McDermott Law, LLC in Denver, Colorado, with expertise in disability law, where he has represented clients for over 30 years. His practice also includes personal injury, insurance coverage and bad faith, and ERISA/employee benefits disputes. Admitted to the Colorado Bar in 1992, Shawn also practices before the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. He earned both his B.S. (1988) and J.D. (1992) from the University of Colorado at Boulder, where he graduated with honors and received recognition for excellence in oral advocacy. Shawn’s dedication to client advocacy has earned him ongoing recognition, including selection to Super Lawyers every year from 2011 through 2026, as well as strong peer and client ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and Law Week Colorado.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Shawn E. McDermott

How can you appeal a denial for a disability insurance claim?

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Last Modified on Aug 29, 2020

Colorado residents like you may need the support of disability insurance. You must go through a process where you make a claim. In some cases, you get access to benefits through claim approval. But in some cases, you have to deal with a denied claim.…

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What are some important terms to understand about an ADD policy?

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Last Modified on Aug 15, 2020

An Accidental Death & Dismemberment policy provides you with protection should you die from an accident or suffer dismemberment. It will pay out in full or partial payment depending on your policy terms. IRMI explains that some terms associated with AD&D claims and benefits may…

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What are risk factors for severe whiplash?

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Last Modified on Jul 30, 2020

Suffering injuries related to your car accident in Colorado may create ongoing and debilitating pain. Addressing your injuries right away may prevent them from worsening and allow you to control unwanted symptoms more effectively. In situations where you notice an onset or increase in pain…

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Some risks can lead to denied disability insurance applications

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Last Modified on Jul 28, 2020

Many professionals purchase individual disability insurance (IDI) to supplement employer-provided disability insurance or because an employer does not provide short-term or long-term disability coverage. Insurance companies that offer IDI rely on extensive screening processes to protect their financial interests. Not every individual who wishes to…

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Employer-provided vs. private LTD insurance

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Last Modified on Jul 25, 2020

Long-term disability insurance is a blessing for someone who suffers an illness or injury that keeps him or her from working for a long period. It provides supplemental income to cover basic needs when a person cannot earn money his or herself. Many employers offer…

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Independent medical exams for short-term disability claims

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Last Modified on Jul 03, 2020

Short-term disability benefits or STD benefits provide income for those who miss work for at least seven days. If a person cannot perform his or her job duties, then he or she may deserve 60 to 100 percent of pre-disability earnings. When you apply for…

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