Short & Long Term Disability Cases We’ve Won for Our Clients in Alabama
Fields Law Firm successfully recovers millions of dollars each year for our disabled clients throughout the United States. Our Long Term Disability experience is matched by very few other law firms in the country and has earned us a national reputation.
Here are just a few examples of our Long Term Disability appeal and lawsuit case wins in Alabama.
Jimmy – Machine Operator – Smiths Station, Alabama
Cervical and Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease, Chronic Opiate Usage, Neuropathy, Status Post-failed Foot Surgery
A Machine Operator from Alabama was forced out of work following a failed foot surgery and the worsening of his degenerative disc disease. He applied for Long Term Disability benefits but was denied by his insurer. Seeking help, he signed on with Fields Law Firm to fight his case.
The Fields Law Firm attorneys drafted an appeal of the insurer’s decision, including updated medical records and a letter of support from his primary treating physician. Unfortunately, the insurer upheld their denial of his benefits, so our attorneys filed a lawsuit against the insurer in federal court, arguing that their denial was not supported by the evidence. We were eventually able to negotiate a favorable settlement for all of our client’s claims and he received the check for the lump sum settlement just a few weeks later.
Melanie – Communications Manager – Brewton, Alabama
Migraines, Visual Disturbances, Syncopal Spells
A communications manager from Alabama began having severe migraines that made her unable to read, concentrate, drive, or generally function. She tried to stay at work for some time, even working from home in bed to try to make up for any missed days in the office. Ultimately, her symptoms were too severe and she was forced to stop working. She received Long Term Disability benefits from her insurer for two years, but then suddenly the payments stopped. The insurance company said she no longer fit their definition of disabled.
Worried about her lost income and her ongoing migraines, she contacted Fields Law for assistance. Our attorneys combed through over 1200 pages of claim documents from the insurance company and discovered there were key records the insurer overlooked. The Fields Law attorneys collected updated documentation from our client’s doctors and filed a strong appeal to the insurance company. The insurance company didn’t budge, and our lawyers filed a federal lawsuit to fight for our client. During preparations for trial, our attorneys negotiated a generous settlement. Our client was relieved to be done fighting the insurance company and pleased with the professional advocacy Fields Law.
Melanie – Public Relations Manager – Brewton, Alabama
Heart Condition, Herniated Disc, Fibromyalgia, Lymphedema, Visual Impairment, Migraines
A Public Relations Manager from Alabama had a flurry of medical issues shortly after her husband died. She had migraines causing visual impairment, a heart condition, back surgery and lymphedema. The symptoms from her conditions became worse over time, to the point that she had bouts of lost vision due to her computer monitors, and she could not sit for longer than an hour without a break.
Eventually, the numerous conditions became too much and she stopped working. She applied for Long Term Disability benefits and received those benefits for two years until her insurer suddenly stopped paying benefits, stating that she was disabled from her current position, but that she could return to a desk job.
She called Fields Law Firm to help with her appeal. The attorneys at Fields Law compiled narratives from two of our client’s treating doctors, laying out a comprehensive timeline for benefits. The Fields Law attorneys scoured the medical records and found that the insurance company had misrepresented an opinion from one treating doctor.
Our attorneys submitted the appeal and were able to obtain a temporary extension of benefits. Pleased with the extension, our client was able to continue treatment and compile additional records. We then submitted an additional appeal to the insurer, which was denied. Finally, our attorneys filed a lawsuit on behalf of our client and the insurance company settled the claim for a large amount.
