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There are many different types of disability claims, and many different types of disability lawyers.  Just because a lawyer is great at handling Social Security Disability cases (SSDI, the most common type of disability case), does not mean he or she is right for your case. ERISA, or the Employee Retirement & Income Security Act… Read More »

We have been handling car accident cases throughout Colorado, including in Wheat Ridge, Arvada, Aurora and the metro Denver area, since 1977.  We have seen car accidents caused by hundreds of different factors, from weather, vehicle defects, to road construction.  But, the single most common reason is that the driver was distracted.  The use of… Read More »

With most ERISA and private Long Term Disability policies, there is no “magic list” of disabling conditions.  Most claims are decided based on your individual medical records and other evidence.  While no list can be complete, here are some common examples of disabling conditions that we have handled: We have handled claims involving a wide… Read More »

In most cases, Courts follow the so-called “American Rule,” which provides that each party generally pays its own attorneys’ fees and costs.  However, the Court may not apply that rule in certain types of Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and other “ERISA” cases.   Many of these types of claims (at least where the… Read More »

Important news on health insurance premiums, with a rate cut expected for 2020 for many Colorado insureds.  For the full story, click here.  

As snow moves into the Denver metro area for the first time this winter, just a reminder to drive careful!

As a lawyer who handles short term disability, long term disability, ERISA disability and other disability related cases, I am often asked:  “Why should I pay for long term disability insurance?”  “Why do I need it ….  nothing is going to happen to me?”, or more often “Why pay for insurance, they won’t pay anyway?”… Read More »

According to the Denver Post, many of the most vulnerable and in need citizens in Colorado are having to wait months for much needed care and services.  To learn more about this terrible situation, click here. While we may not be able to solve every problem, or force the government to move faster, we may… Read More »

For many of us, our employee benefits are as important as our salary. Our benefits can include medical, dental, life, accident, long term disability and short term disability benefits.  When those benefits are taken away, or if the employer or insurance company does not live up to their promises, it is important to get help… Read More »

There are many types of short term disability policies.  The type of policy you have depends on how you obtained the insurance, and from whom.