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My life insurance claim has been denied. What are my options?

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences that anyone can face in life. While grieving such a loss, you might learn that your loved one named you as a beneficiary of their life insurance coverage. If your loved one faithfully paid…

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Are AD&D policies from the bank worth it?

It seems like every other month you get the same notice in the mail from your bank or credit union: A free offer of a $1,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) policy – just in appreciation for being their customer! All you need to do…

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The cause of death matters in life insurance claims

When you take out a life insurance policy, you expect your beneficiaries to receive a payout upon your death. However, it is not guaranteed. The cause of death of the policyholder is a crucial consideration. It could determine whether or not the beneficiaries will receive…

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What you should know if your loved one had AD&D coverage

One type of insurance coverage often offered in employer benefit packages that is sometimes confusing is accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance. People tend to focus on the dismemberment part. Actually, these policies typically cover other traumatic injuries like paralysis, blindness or hearing loss that…

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What you need to know about life insurance and high-risk jobs

Can a person’s occupation prevent them from obtaining life insurance? It can certainly make it more difficult to obtain and require higher premiums. Life insurance providers categorize certain occupations as hazardous to a person’s health and/or safety. If a person isn’t able to get life…

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2 common reasons life insurance companies won’t pay benefits

Many people’s estate plans hinge on their life insurance policies. They expect the coverage they carry to pay for their funeral services and also to help their family cover basic living expenses. There are even some people who expect their life insurance policy to fund…

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