Trust An Experienced Palo Alto Long Term Disability Attorneys

When you suffer a long term disability, it can have a significant impact on nearly every area of your life. You may be unable to work, while medical bills mount due to the ongoing need for treatment. In this type of situation, being able to obtain the disability benefits you are entitled to is vitally important to both your health and your financial security.   

At Roberts Disability Law, P.C., we provide the professional legal representation you need, at a time you need it the most. Our experienced Palo Alto disability attorneys work diligently on your behalf, using our legal knowledge and skill to protect your rights so that you can get the long term disability benefits you are entitled to.   

Professional Legal Representation For People With Long Term Disabilities

There are a variety of types of disabilities that can significantly impact your ability to work or even to enjoy hobbies and activities with family members and friends. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states these disabilities can affect physical abilities, as well as having an impact on your cognitive skills. Long terms disabilities may be the result of an accidental injury, such as a car accident or a slip and fall, or may be related to a medical condition you suffer, such as cancer, heart disease, respiratory illness, or other types of medical disorders. According to the CDC, the types of impairments you could be suffering generally fall into one of the following categories:

• Structural impairments, such as those resulting from the loss of a limb or other body part, loss of sight or hearing, and memory loss;
• Functional impairments, such as chronic pain, weakness, or paralysis in a certain area of the body which can prevent you from performing certain tasks, including injuries and illnesses that affect your problem solving abilities.

Either of the above can significantly impact your ability to work, threatening your financial security both now and in the years to come.  

Your Rights To Disability Benefits

If you have been employed in the private sector, your rights to benefits are likely covered under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, otherwise known as ERISA. As outlined by the U.S. Department of Labor, ERISA laws relate to employee benefit plans, such as pension and severance plans, in addition to health and welfare benefits. These types of benefits are generally paid through your employer’s insurance company policy. Unfortunately, these companies have a tendency to either undervalue claims, or to deny benefits out right. Under the ERISA, your rights are extremely limited, making it vitally important to have a qualified disability attorney acting on your behalf, ensuring your best interests are protected.   

How Our Palo Alto Disability Attorneys Can Help

At Roberts Disability Law, P.C., our Palo Alto attorneys provide the aggressive legal representation you need when dealing with insurance companies, helping to ensure you get the benefits you deserve. Ways in which our attorneys work on your behalf include the following:

• Gathering important evidence in support of your claim;
• Ensuring all required forms and documents are filed in a timely manner and in accordance with ERISA guidelines;
• Holding insurance companies accountable for failing to follow requirements established under ERISA;
• Filing appeals in cases in which your benefits have been denied.

Our attorneys take a client centered approach, staying up to date on the latest trends and court decisions which could impact your case. When you need help in getting the long term disability benefits you deserve, contact Roberts Disability Law, P.C.. We provide the trusted legal help you need to ensure your legal rights and best interests are protected.