Denied Disability Attorney in Florida

When valid disability claims are wrongfully denied, innocent policyholders are left to struggle without the benefits they deserve. At Sokolove Law, our denied disability attorneys in Florida are dedicated to helping victims secure compensation. Contact us now to see if we can fight for you.

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Disability Insurance Denial in Florida

Insurance companies may wrongfully deny legitimate disability claims, leaving many victims feeling helpless. However, it’s important to remember that you have the right to appeal your insurance company’s decision.

Over 60% of disability claims are initially denied, according to the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA).

Working with an experienced disability attorney in Florida can help level the playing field between you and your insurance company.

“When I got sick and couldn't work anymore, my insurance company denied my long-term disability claim. I felt lost and betrayed. But then I found Sokolove Law. They listened and cared about my story. Now, I have the help I need to move forward.”
– Sokolove Law Client in California 

Our team can inform you of your rights, guide you through the appeals process, and fight for you in court if you have a case. Contact us now to see if our disability denial lawyers can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.

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Florida Long-Term Disability Insurance Denial

Long-term disability insurance in Florida provides workers with compensation when they are too injured or sick to complete tasks required at their job.

Unfortunately, many long-term disability insurance providers are known for: 

  • Denying valid claims in order to protect their profits
  • Creating a confusing claims process to encourage policyholders to abandon their claim or make errors
  • Intentionally prolonging their decisions since appeals can’t be filed without a denial letter

If your claim was wrongly denied, it’s important to act fast so you don’t miss your chance to file an appeal.

Get a free case review now to see if our Florida long-term disability attorneys can fight for the benefits you’re owed.

Social Security Disability in Florida

Many employees contribute to the government’s Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program with every paycheck.

While these funds are set aside to help employees who have been unable to work for over 12 months due to a medical condition, the Social Security Administration (SSA) may wrongfully deny your claim.

If you were denied SSD benefits, a Florida social security disability lawyer can handle the complex paperwork required to appeal your denial. Let us help you secure the benefits you deserve from the SSA.

Veterans Disability Denial in FL

Benefits for disabled veterans are offered through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

To be eligible for these benefits, you must have:

  • A service-related disability
  • Been dishonorably discharged

If you served in the U.S. Armed Forces and were later denied military disability benefits, our VA disability lawyers in Florida may be able to help you file an appeal.

Remember, denials are not the end of the claims process. You have the right to right back by appealing your insurer’s decision.

How Our Florida Long-Term Disability Lawyers Can Help

Insurance companies often have teams of legal professionals and billions of dollars at their disposal. By working with our denied disability lawyers in Florida, we can even the playing field and help you fight for the compensation you deserve.

At Sokolove Law, our team will handle every step of the appeal process for you, so you can focus on your health. Our goal is to minimize the disruptions in your life and maximize the compensation you may receive.

1. Contact Sokolove Law After an LTD Claim Denial

If your long-term disability claim is denied, a Florida bad faith insurance lawyer can help you understand why and develop a thorough appeal against the company’s decision.

At Sokolove Law, we’ve recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for clients facing denied disability claims. We know the ins and outs of these laws and the tactics insurance companies use to protect their profits.

Get a free, no-obligation case review now to see if we can help you fight back against your insurer’s denial.

2. We’ll Gather Evidence for Your Claim

Our team will determine why your insurance provider denied your claim and what additional information may be needed to change their decision.

To help strengthen your appeal, your legal team may:

  • Get testimony from medical experts
  • Gather statements from people who can assess how your impairment impacts your ability to work
  • Collect additional records to prove your injury
  • Identify and fix any administrative errors or technicalities set in place by the insurance company

We’ll use this evidence to present a strong case on your behalf and show that the insurance company wrongly denied your claim.

3. We’ll File Your LTD Appeal

Long-term disability laws in Florida allow victims to appeal a denial from their insurance companies. In some instances, you may even be able to file a second appeal if your first was denied.

Our Florida long-term disability attorneys can create a strong appeal on your behalf and file it before any deadlines. If you don’t file your appeal within these deadlines, you won’t be able to pursue the benefits you may be entitled to.

4. You Get Paid or We’ll Fight in Court

If your appeal is successful, your insurance company will begin paying out your disability benefits. Depending on your policy, you may be able to receive back pay for any delays in the claims process as well.

If your appeal is unsuccessful, our Florida denied disability attorneys may be able to file a lawsuit on your behalf and fight for your benefits in court.

Call (800) 995-1212 now to see if we can help you get the benefits you deserve.

Our Past Florida Long-Term Disability Settlements

At Sokolove Law, we’ve recovered over $131 Million for clients who were wrongfully denied long-term disability benefits by their insurance providers — including many clients in Florida.

Some of our past long-term disability denial settlements include:

  • $540,000 for a Florida pharmacist whose Prudential LTD claim was denied
  • $1.36 Million to a client with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome
  • $800,000 for a denied Unum long-term disability claim
  • $1.15 Million to a woman with a denied disability claim
  • $100,000 for a client whose mental health disability claim was denied
  • $400,000 to a long-term disability insurance denial case
  • $110,000 for a woman with a denied Unum disability claim
  • $395,000 to a denied long-term disability claim
  • $450,000 for a client who was denied disability benefits
  • $444,000 for a woman in Florida whose LTD claim and appeal for Crohn’s disease was unfairly denied

While there’s never a guarantee of success, long-term disability settlements can help individuals and families pay for medical bills, daily living expenses, and more.

This compensation often serves as much-needed financial relief for those who have been unable to work.

Long-Term Disability Insurance Providers in Florida

When insurance companies intentionally refuse legitimate claims filed by their policyholders, they are considered to be acting in bad faith. 

Many disability insurance carriers across the country have been fined millions of dollars for wrongfully denying claims.

Insurance companies known for long-term disability denial include:

This list is not exhaustive. If your long-term disability insurance claim was denied, but your insurer isn't listed above, contact Sokolove Law. We can help you determine your eligibility to appeal — for free.

“Through all the ups and downs, Sokolove Law stood by my side. They guided me through the legal process, explaining everything in a way that made sense to me. With their expertise, I felt like I had a fighting chance.”
– Massachusetts Mechanic & Firm Client

Let Our Florida Disability Attorneys Fight For You

At Sokolove Law, our Florida disability attorneys have the resources and experience needed to help you appeal a denied long-term disability claim.

We’ve recovered over $131 Million in disability compensation for families nationwide — and we may be able to help you too.

There are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to work with our team. We only get paid if your case results in compensation.

Call (800) 995-1212 now or fill out our contact form to see if you can get help filing an appeal and standing up to your insurance provider.

Long-Term Disability Attorney in Florida FAQs

How do I find the best disability lawyers in Florida?

To find the best Florida disability lawyer for your case, be sure to look for someone who can offer:

  • A proven track record of results
  • Decades of experience
  • Access to key resources
  • No financial risks

At Sokolove Law, our Florida long-term disability lawyers can offer you all of these benefits and more. We can handle your denied claim regardless of where you’re located in the state.

Contact us now to see if we can fight for compensation on your behalf.

How much does a Florida long-term disability claim denial lawyer cost?

At Sokolove Law, there are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to work with our long-term disability attorneys in Florida.

We work on a contingency-fee basis, which means we only get paid if we successfully secure compensation for you.

Call (800) 995-1212 now to get started with a free, no-obligation case review.

What is considered a disability in Florida?

In Florida, a disability is considered any physical or medical condition that prevents someone from completing important activities, like tasks at work.

Medical conditions that qualify for long-term disability in Florida include:

  • Anxiety
  • Arthritis
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Cancer
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)
  • Crohn’s disease
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Epilepsy
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Heart disease
  • Herniated disc
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Lupus
  • Multiple sclerosis (MS)
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Spine disorders
  • Stroke

This list is not exhaustive, and qualifying medical conditions can vary from policy to policy.

Does ERISA apply to long-term disability?

Yes. In some instances. If your disability insurance is provided by a private-sector employer, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) may apply to your LTD claim.

ERISA regulates different aspects of long-term disability claims, including the:

  • Requirements to file a claim and receive benefits
  • Timeline for a decision on your benefits
  • Denial process and your rights to appeal or sue

A Florida ERISA disability lawyer can help you understand the claims and appeals process, as well as your rights under ERISA.

Fill out our contact form now to find out if we can help you seek justice.

How do you qualify for long-term disability in Florida?

To qualify for long-term disability in Florida, your medical condition must:

  • Meet criteria outlined by the Social Security Administration (SSA) or your insurance company
  • Limit your ability to work for a certain amount of time (usually 6 months to 1 year, depending on your policy)

If your claim was denied, we can help determine your eligibility to fight back — for free.

Call (800) 995-1212 now to get started.

How much do you get for long-term disability in Florida?

Florida long-term disability plans usually pay out a percentage of your monthly salary until a certain age or until you’re able to work again.

For example, employees who work for the Pinellas County government Government can receive 60% of their base salary while disabled.

Contact Sokolove Law now to see if our disability lawyers in Florida can fight to maximize your potential compensation.

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Local Florida Areas We Serve

While Sokolove Law helps people throughout the country, we provide our services to people across the entire state of Florida as well.

Sokolove Law serves locations across Florida, including:

  • Brandon
  • Cape Coral
  • Clearwater
  • Coral Springs
  • Fort Lauderdale
  • Gainesville
  • Hialeah
  • Hollywood
  • Jacksonville
  • Lehigh Acres
  • Miami
  • Miramar
  • Orlando
  • Pace
  • Palm Bay
  • Panama City
  • Pembroke Pines
  • Pensacola
  • Pompano Beach
  • Port St. Lucie
  • Spring Hill
  • St. Petersburg
  • Tallahassee
  • Tampa
  • West Palm Beach
  • And more

Florida Zip Codes We Serve

As a national law firm, Sokolove Law can help clients and their families wherever they may be in the U.S., including across the state of Florida.

Some of the zip codes we serve in Florida include: 

  • 32068
  • 32210
  • 32218
  • 32225
  • 32244
  • 32246
  • 32259
  • 32703
  • 32765
  • 32771
  • 32818
  • 32808
  • 32825
  • 32828
  • 33012
  • 33015
  • 33018
  • 33023
  • 33024
  • 33025
  • 33027
  • 33032
  • 33033
  • 33063
  • 33064
  • 33065
  • 31125
  • 33142
  • 33157
  • 33161
  • 33177
  • 33178
  • 33186
  • 33311
  • 33312
  • 33313
  • 33411
  • 33414
  • 33458
  • 33463
  • 33467
  • 33511
  • 33578
  • 33647
  • 34711
  • 34744
  • 34787
  • 34953

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  1. Pinellas County. “Long Term Disability FAQs.” Retrieved from: https://pinellas.gov/long-term-disability-faqs/. Accessed on July 9, 2024.
  2. Social Security Administration. “Annual Statistical Report on the Social Security Disability Insurance Program, 2020.” Retrieved from: https://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/statcomps/di_asr/2020/sect04.html. Accessed on November 13, 2024.
  3. Social Security Administration. “Disability Evaluation Under Social Security.” Retrieved from: https://www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/evidentiary.htm. Accessed on November 13, 2024.