We frequently provide the following services:

Pre-filing consultation and advice, including review of personal policies and group ERISA Summary Plan Descriptions, review medical records and job descriptions, evaluation of educational and vocational issues;

Initial claim completion and filing, including developing proper job descriptions and working with treating physicians to obtain legally sufficient reports;

Referral to medical and vocational experts when necessary;

Negotiating with the insurance company regarding Independent Medical Exams (IME's) and Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE's);

ERISA appeals and litigation;

Private disability and long term disability policy litigation;

Ongoing counsel for successful claims to prevent later termination;

Negotiation of lump sum buy-outs using actuarial and life expectancy tables, including present value calculations.