There is probably no requirement that you speak with a private investigator, specifically. But your insurance policy may say that you agree to...

These are good questions. If you don't have it already, you'll want a copy of the actual policy or certificate. That will describe the appeal...

This is a very good question -- and one that we see come up often. You may be able to file a short-term or long-term disability claim even if you...

This is a tricky situation. The only way to know for sure is to review the short-term disability benefits plan or insurance policy (of the claim...

I agree with Chad Franchy's answer. There is sometimes a conflict between disability and unemployment. There also can sometimes be an offset,...

I agree with Chad Franchy that there should be an appeals process. If this was a group benefits plan (provided by the employer), it is most likely...

This is a classic situation. For both short-term disability and long-term disability, insurance companies will regularly require physician...

An employee is entitled to copies of any benefit plans (including severance) that are governed by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act. But...

Generally not, but it depends on what the short-term disability plan or insurance policy says. If you filed your claim while you were covered, that...

This is a tough question. If you've exhausted your FMLA and aren't able to return to work, it sounds like you remain at least temporarily disabled....