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Disability insurance: Why you need it in your life
Many people in Colorado are not aware of the importance of purchasing disability insurance. The earning power is perhaps a person’s most important assets and thus, having protection on it is critical to ensuring that your life is not heavily damaged during times of severe…
Documenting symptoms is crucial to a long-term disability claim
In a perfect world, you could simply fill out your application for long-term disability benefits and quickly receive the assistance you need. The reality is the application process can be long and complicated, especially if you have a condition that is likely to worsen over…
The life insurance contestability period
Life insurance claims in Colorado and around the country can be denied for several reasons. Insurers may refuse to pay a claim if the premiums were not paid on time and the policy lapsed, or they may assert that the death was not covered. This…
Can you be fired while taking short-term disability?
Many people in Colorado are hesitant to go on short-term disability because they’re afraid that they’ll lose their job. While some people might tell you that you can’t be fired while you’re on leave, this isn’t actually true. Your employer can fire you from your…
Strengths and shortcomings of short term disability insurance
Disability insurance generally comes in two categories: short term disability and long term disability. Obviously, the main difference between them lies in how long the disability is expected to last, and in how long the benefits will continue. Generally, STD insurance pays a percentage of…
The fiduciary obligations of an LTD administrator under ERISA
Many employers in Colorado provide disability insurance for their employees. If the plan falls within the definition of “retirement plan” under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), the people who are responsible for administering the plan must abide by the duties prescribed in the…
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