PROVEN LAWSUIT RESULTS

Restaurant Manager - Charlotte, NC

Type II Diabetes, Diabetic Neuropathy

“A restaurant manager became disabled after developing severe diabetic neuropathy in his feet. The numbness and pain kept him from being on his feet for extended periods of time. He was unable to work because his fast-paced job as a restaurant manager required constant standing and walking. He filed a claim for short-term disability benefits with Principal. The insurance company paid benefits to the man for a few weeks, agreeing he was unable to perform the duties of his medium-duty occupation. Without warning, the insurance company denied benefits. It stated the man could return to work.

He decided to hire Fields Disability to help him appeal Principal’s decision. Our attorneys updated the man’s medical records and secured disability paperwork from the man’s treating physicians describing his neuropathic pain and limitations. The appeal was submitted with legal arguments regarding Principals duty to consider all of the evidence and provide a full and fair review. Shortly after the appeal was submitted, Principal overturned the denial and paid all outstanding benefits. The man was also subsequently approved for long-term disability due to the short term appeal.”

Registered Nurse - Plano, TX

Lumbar, Cervical Disc Disease

“A nurse became disabled after developing degenerative disc disease in at the lumbar and cervical regions in her spine. Her capacity for lifting patients, staying on her feet, and even doing routine paperwork was significantly impaired. Unum, however, decided the woman’s conditions were not severe enough to rule out working as a nurse. She knew returning to work as a nurse was unsafe for both her patients and herself.

The woman hired Fields Disability to file an appeal on her behalf. Our attorneys assembled the medical records to present a complete and holistic view of the claimant’s conditions, restrictions, and limitations. Additionally, we submitted two narrative reports including and independent medical review and a strong report from the woman’s treating provider. After a brief review, Unum reversed its decision to deny benefits and started paying the woman’s claim. She was thrilled to receive a substantial backpay check, as she had been without income for roughly a year.”

Customer Service Representative - Mount Vernon, OH

Blepharospasm

“A 52 year-old customer service representative became disabled when she developed a severe eye spasm caused by a rare underlying neurological condition. She ceased working because tasks on the computer were impossible to perform in a timely matter. Liberty Mutual paid her long-term disability claim for two years. Liberty later denied benefits saying that, although the woman was unable to work her own job, she would be able to return to work at some sedentary occupations.

The woman hired Fields to appeal the decision. Our attorneys reached out to the woman’s treating doctors and got detailed reports outlining the woman’s conditions and inability to work. Liberty overturned their decision resulting in a payment of back benefits. The claim was reinstated and monthly payments began shortly thereafter. The woman was so impressed with the representation we provided that she hired us to monitor her claim against liberty and pursue a lump-sum settlement.”

Metal Shop Supervisor - Lincoln, NE

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Complications from Broken Neck

“A metal shop supervisor had surgery for a severe neck injury. Her neck pain after surgery was severe and her range of motion became limited and she was forced to quit working. She was approved for long-term disability benefits through Unum. After receiving benefits, and being unable to work for 15 years, Unum told her that she would no longer receive benefits and that she could return to work.

Angry at the insurance company and worried about her lost income, she contacted Fields Disability for assistance. Our attorneys obtained Unum’s file and contacted our client’s treating physician. After reviewing the documents, Fields attorneys realized Unum missed a key report from our client’s doctor. Our attorneys filed a strong appeal, and Unum overturned their denial. Our client received a lump-sum check for back pay and has been awarded ongoing benefits. She is overjoyed to be done fighting the insurance company, and is happy to have her monthly income restored.”

Registered Nurse - Henrietta, NY

Severe Back Pain with Radiation, Endometriosis, Interspatial Cystipis, Hyper Mobile Joints, Anxiety, Depression

“A New York woman had worked as a Registered Nurse for many years. As is common in the practice of nursing, the woman developed severe back pain, with radiation. She also developed Endometriosis, Interspatial Cystipis, Hyper Mobile Joints, anxiety, and depression. Upon her disablement, and after being forced to leave work, the woman applied for long-term disability benefits from her insurance carrier. The insurer denied her claim for benefits, and the woman appealed their decision herself. However, the insurer again denied her claim for benefits, claiming her medical information did not support functional limitations which would prevent her from performing her Own Occupation on a full-time basis.

The New Yorker knew she needed help fighting the insurance company, but she felt like she was running out of options. After researching all of the top disability law firms, she selected Fields Disability. She was immediately put into contact with our team of attorneys. After gathering some initial information from the client, our attorneys determined she was in a position to file a federal lawsuit against the insurer.

Our team of legal professionals petitioned the insurer for necessary information. The insurer returned reams of documents related to the client’s disability case, which our attorneys reviewed before filing the lawsuit. After several months of back and forth with the insurance company’s lawyers, the Fields team was able to secure a settlement in our client’s favor. The insurer agreed to pay a lump-sum amount, and our client soon received a settlement check in the mail.”