The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. — most often referred to as The Hartford — is an investment and insurance company based in Hartford, Connecticut. Founded in 1810, it offers a range of insurance products, including both short and long-term disability insurance. In 2019, it had over $1.8 billion in profits and was ranked as […]
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Sun Life Financial Long-Term Disability Claims
Sun Life Financial is one of the oldest insurance companies in the world. Founded in 1865, this Canadian company bases its U.S. operations out of Wellesley, Massachusetts. It has the sixth-largest group benefits business in the United States, serving more than 60,000 employers. Sun Life Financial offers a range of insurance products, including long-term disability […]
Continue ReadingCan You Receive Workers’ Compensation for Carpal Tunnel
If you’re like many people, your job involves some level of doing the same thing repeatedly — like typing on a keyboard, lifting something from one place to another, or even driving. Repetitive motions involving your hands and arms can often lead to numbness and tingling. In many cases, this is due to a condition […]
Continue ReadingWorkers’ Compensation for Eye Injuries or Vision Loss
For many people, one of the most gruesome types of injuries that they can imagine involves an injury to the eye. This sensitive area of our body isn’t usually touched (and if it is, only gently)— so the thought of an injury to the eye is cringe-inducing. Yet data provided in 2020 by the U.S. […]
Continue ReadingWhat Happens If You Crash the Company Car?
In 2017 alone, there were 6,452,000 car accidents in the United States that were reported to the police. 2,746,000 people were injured in these crashes — and another 37,133 people were killed. These accidents were caused by a variety of factors, from speeding to distracted driving to driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. […]
Continue ReadingShoulder Injuries at Work
If you’re like most people, you don’t devote much time to thinking about your shoulders. But after you’ve hurt your shoulder, you quickly come to realize just how much you use your shoulders. When every motion — from standing up to laying down — is painful, you understand just how important shoulders truly are. There […]
Continue ReadingUnderstanding New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Laws
Each year, millions of Americans are hurt at work. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), in 2018 alone, employers reported 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries. In that same year, 5,250 people died as a result of injuries and accidents at work. Employees who are injured or become ill at work — and […]
Continue ReadingCan You Receive Workers’ Comp for Anxiety or Stress?
When most people consider workers’ compensation, they typically think about a person who suffers some type of physical injury at work — such as falling from a high place, being crushed by equipment, or even losing a finger in a machinery accident. Yet workers’ compensation covers more than just injuries due to accidents. It also […]
Continue ReadingDoes Long-Term Disability Continue After Termination?
A disability insurance policy can be an incredibly valuable part of your overall financial strategy. These types of policies cover both short and long-term disabilities that may limit your ability to work. With 28.7% of the adult population living with a disability in the United States, this type of coverage can be crucial in providing […]
Continue ReadingVeterans Sleep Apnea: VA Disability Rating and Compensation
For individuals with sleep apnea, every day can be a struggle. A lack of sleep can make it difficult to focus or to complete basic tasks. If you have sleep apnea that is either the result of your military service or was caused by a different service-connected disability, you may be eligible for disability benefits […]
Continue ReadingMetLife Disability Claim Denials
Disability insurance is a smart option for anyone looking to hedge against uncertainty. Available for both short-term and long-term disabilities, this type of policy will provide benefits in the event that you are unable to work due to a physical or mental health condition. Unfortunately, claims for disability benefits are often denied — including by […]
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