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Private disability insurance offers crucial financial protection for Miami residents who are unable to work due to illness or injury. While public programs like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provide benefits, these can be difficult to qualify for and may not fully replace lost income. Private disability insurance bridges this gap, offering individuals a more comprehensive safety net. However, understanding your policy and your legal rights is essential to ensure you receive the benefits you […]

Short-term disability insurance is a vital safety net for Miami residents who cannot work due to a temporary illness or injury. However, securing these benefits is not always straightforward. Insurance companies require meticulous documentation and strict adherence to their policies, and even minor errors can result in delays or denials. To increase the likelihood of your short-term disability claim being approved, our Miami disability insurance lawyers suggest you follow these key steps. 1. Understand Your […]

Filing a disability insurance claim can be a stressful and complex process. In Florida, many individuals rely on their disability insurance policies to provide financial support if they are unable to work due to an illness or injury. However, insurers often deny claims for a variety of reasons, leaving policyholders feeling confused and frustrated. Below, our Miami disability insurance lawyers provide a list of the top 10 reasons why disability insurers in Florida deny claims, […]

In Florida, workers with physical or mental disabilities are protected from employment discrimination under state and federal law. Statutes like the Florida Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act require employers to provide employees and applicants with certain reasonable accommodations based on their disability. Although these rights are in place to protect you from discrimination, not every employer complies. These laws also might protect you from discrimination, but they cannot cover your lost […]

Disability insurance is a crucial safety net for individuals who become unable to work due to illness or injury. In Florida, as in other states, the purpose of disability insurance is to provide income replacement when an individual can no longer perform their job duties. Understanding the types of disability insurance, how coverage works, and what to expect in Florida can help you make informed decisions for your financial well-being. This guide offers a comprehensive […]

Short term disability insurance benefits serve as a form of temporary wage replacement for those who are suffering from a serious disability (though it’s worth noting that not all plans require employment, or a history of employment, to qualify for disability benefits).  If you have been seriously injured in a car accident, for example, to such an extent that you can no longer work for a period of time following the accident, then your short […]

While injuries can happen in most industries, some are more likely to result in injury for Florida workers. Often these injuries cause the worker to become disabled, and when the worker turns to their insurance carrier for the disability benefits they are entitled to, they are sometimes denied. When this happens, the Miami disability insurance lawyers at Ver Ploeg & Marino are here to provide the assistance needed to these policyholders so they can recover […]

It’s a scenario our Miami disability insurance lawyers have seen time and time again: You’ve been disabled and cannot work, and while you are worried about what the future holds, you are grateful for the long-term disability insurance policy you have in place. So you file your claim, only to have it denied by your insurer.  There are various reasons why insurers deny claims, and knowing what they are can help you avoid this situation. […]

Experienced Disability Insurance Lawyer in Miami, FL If you have suffered an injury, illness, or other condition that has rendered you disabled, then it’s likely you are entitled to benefits pursuant to your disability insurance policy.  In reality, however, most insurers attempt to avoid having to payout disability benefits (even if you are reasonably entitled to such benefits) by rejecting initial claims. To successfully obtain disability benefits, then, we encourage you to consult with an […]

As Miami Disability Insurance Lawyers, we stay up-to-date on trends in the area of Disability Benefits. Several topics that have been gaining attention include employee engagement,  automation, and marijuana.  Employers are grappling with these issues, all of which are likely to impact disability insurance benefits for employees.  From increasing awareness of mental and behavioral health to learning to embrace technology while still maintaining a human connection between employer and employee and understanding the interplay between […]