Ex-UnumProvident Claim Denial Specialists Remember 9/11

By Top Class Actions | November 1, 2012

Category: Labor & Employment

By John Curran

Unum disability insurance claim denial specialist While the anniversary for the horrific attack came more than a month ago, UnumProvident disability insurance claim denial specialists are beginning to speak out about the tactics the company took after the 9/11 terrorist act, as well as what they do these days.

UnumProvident disability insurance lawsuit lawyers noted that many specialists were told to try and find reasons to deny claims of those hurt at the Twin Towers. A manager told one that because the claimant now lived out-of-state, they wouldn’t be able to see the site and couldn’t develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). It continues evidence that Top Class Actions has reported on that disability insurance firms often try to fight mental health-based claims.

However, in spite of a spate of cases filed by UnumProvident disability insurance lawsuit lawyers, it is unclear whether or not things have changed. Anecdotally, a number of former disability insurance claim denial specialists have argued that senior legal officials toe the line. There have been allegations of mishandled paperwork and obtrusive surveillance of those looking to receive disability insurance benefits.

What is more important is what medical opinions are considered when UnumProvident disability insurance claim denial specialists make their decisions. While in the past the goal was to have a group of physicians, including outside medical professionals, come to a decision, that may not be the case anymore. The disability insurance firm may currently be focusing on the diagnoses of in-house doctors.

It raises even more questions for those who are on disability insurance or are considering it. Even if an employer pays for it, those costs are eventually borne by the employee, usually through reduced wages or other compensation.

If you or someone you know has not received the disability insurance benefits you deserve, get educated. Visit the Unum/UnumProvident Disability Insurance Claim Denial Class Action Lawsuit Investigation now to learn what legal options there are. When you fill out the short form there, one of our partner Unum disability insurance lawsuit attorneys will contact you for a free review.

Getting the payments you are owed can take time and requires legal expertise. The consultation is free, so get started now with a qualified Unum disability insurance lawsuit attorney.