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Case Review Corner: Accidental Death vs. Medical Treatment - A Tenth Circuit Ruling on Policy Exclusions
How do courts interpret "medical treatment" exclusions in Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance policies? We break down a significant Tenth Circuit ruling in Jensen v. LINA.
Case Review Corner: The Shift in Standards - Understanding ERISA's "Any Occupation" Disability Definition
What does it really mean to be unable to perform "Any Occupation" under an ERISA disability plan? We delve into a recent court case that examines this very question and its impact on a claimant's benefits.
Case Review Corner: Navigating the Labyrinth of ERISA Beneficiary Disputes
What happens when an insurance company needs the court's help to determine the rightful beneficiary of an ERISA life insurance policy? Our analysis of MetLife v. Seidenfaden provides insight into this process.
Case Review Corner: When "Oops, We Forgot!" Costs the Insurance Company (Maybe)
What happens when a life insurance company takes your money for years but forgets to check if you actually qualify for the coverage? Ever paid for something you didn't get? Can life insurance be like that, but with way more at stake? Let’s explore these questions and the potential consequences for the insurer. In this Case Review Corner, we find out how United of Omaha might have to answer for taking premiums for coverage that might not have existed!
Case Review Corner: Understanding the Fine Print – When Voluntary Drug Use Impacts Accidental Death Benefits
Did you know that accidental death benefit policies often have specific exclusions? What does "ingestion" really mean in an accidental death benefit policy? Our latest "Case Review Corner" examines a case where a policy exclusion for voluntary drug use led to the denial of a $500,000 benefit. Learn more about the importance of understanding your policy's fine print.
Case Review Corner: How Brent Dorian Brehm Secured a Critical Victory for a Client with "Invisible" Illness
VICTORY ALERT! Our founder, Brent Dorian Brehm, achieves a landmark win against Unum in a disability case where post-vaccine symptoms were at the forefront. Discover how his strategic legal approach secured justice for his client