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Questions to Ask Before Hiring an ERISA Attorney – Video

Before hiring an attorney to handle your ERISA or long-term disability claim be prepared to ask these questions.

Court Gives Unum a Second Bite at the Apple and It Still Acts Unreasonably

You received short-term disability (STD) benefits, a clear acknowledgment from the insurance company that your medical condition prevents you from working. But when the time came to transition to long-term disability (LTD), you received a denial…

Long Term Disability Application Error Costs Musician Her Benefits

Filing for Long Term Disability (LTD) benefits can be a difficult process, especially when you are grappling with a health condition. The forms are complex, the deadlines are strict, and insurance companies are known for scrutinizing…

The Epilogue: Recovering Attorneys’ Fees in an ERISA Long-Term Disability Case

For individuals unable to work due to a serious illness or injury, a long-term disability (LTD) insurance policy is more than a convenience—it’s a financial lifeline. When that policy is provided by a private sector employer,…

How a Settlement Agreement Can Forfeit Your ERISA Claims

When an employment relationship ends, it is common for an employer to offer a severance agreement or settlement agreement if certain claims have been alleged against the employer. This document, which typically provides a departing employee…

Second Circuit Opinion Offers Guidance on ERISA Standing

The Second Circuit’s recent decision in Collins v. Northeast Grocery, LLC has significant implications for employees, retirees, and plan sponsors involved in ERISA litigation. The case underscores the critical importance of Article III standing in class…

ERISA ESOP Litigation Dismissed: Key Retirement Takeaways

A recent federal court decision has highlighted a key principle in retirement litigation. All participants in Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and their legal counsel must understand this: alleging a company overpaid for its stock is…

ERISA & LTD: How Severance Agreements Risk Your Benefits

When you are leaving a job, severance agreements can feel like a welcome financial cushion. But what if signing that severance agreement could unintentionally forfeit your right to ERISA long-term disability (LTD) benefits worth hundreds of…

Standing Up for Workers in ERISA Disability and Retirement Claims: Insights from Adam Garner

When your long-term disability (LTD) claim is denied or your retirement benefits are in dispute, it’s more than just a paperwork issue—it’s your future at stake. At The Garner Firm, we help workers across the country…

Magistrate’s Recommendation Criticizes Lincoln’s Denial of ERISA AD&D Benefits

In a recent ERISA decision, Magistrate Judge Jason B. Libby recommended that a District Court overturn Lincoln National Life Insurance Company’s denial of Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefits. The recommendation, issued in Sewell v. The…

📢 Recent Update: Gig Workers Under the Current Administration

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued new guidance on how it will enforce federal wage laws for gig workers, and it could significantly affect how companies classify workers—and how workers understand their rights. On…

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