At the Ortiz Law Firm, we understand how devastating it can be when a disability insurance company unfairly denies your claim for benefits. Recently, we had the privilege of helping a brilliant lead research scientist who was struggling with Lance-Adams Syndrome.
This condition caused debilitating tremors, ataxia, and startle-induced myoclonus, resulting in frequent falls and injuries. Despite the severity of his condition, Reliance Standard denied his claim, stating that he could perform sedentary work and that his job was inherently sedentary.
Our team dug deeper and discovered a critical flaw in their assessment. The vocational rehabilitation specialist they relied on had completely misclassified his job. A lead research scientist does far more than sit at a desk. The claimant’s job required physical tasks, fine motor skills, and a level of stability that his condition simply did not allow.
We filed a detailed appeal on his behalf, challenging both the vocational misclassification and the unfair conclusion about his ability to work. Initially, Reliance Standard planned to schedule an Independent Medical Examination (IME) to justify their denial. However, after reviewing the evidence we presented, they reversed course and overturned their denial without proceeding with the IME.
This outcome ensured that our client received the benefits he rightfully deserved and was able to focus on managing his health instead of fighting an uphill battle with his insurance company.
If your long-term disability claim has been denied, don’t face the insurance company alone. Contact us online or call us today at (888) 321-8131 for a free case evaluation. Let us put our experience to work for you and fight for the benefits you deserve.
