What is the best way to dispute a denied disability claim from a privately purchased inurance policy?
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What is the best way to dispute a denied disability claim from a privately purchased inurance policy?
Asked on March 14, 2011 under Insurance Law, Texas
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
1) You can use their own internal appeals process.
2) If you think they are acting in bad faith, you could contact your state agency that regulates insurance companies and see if they can or will help you.
3) If you think they are acting in bad faith, you could sue them to force them to pay...an insurance policy is a contract, and if a party to the contract (e.g. the insurer) does not honor its obligations, another party to the contract may bring a lawsuit for a court determination and order forcing the delinquent party to do or pay whatever it should.
For all these options, the advice and representation of counsel would be invaluable. There are attorneys who specialize in suing insurers when they don't honor their commitments; you should consult with one. Good luck.
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