Attorneys Protecting the Rights of Disability Claimants in New Orleans, Louisiana
Most of us believe we are fairly protected from financial hardship if we become disabled during our working lifetime. The truth is, getting disability benefits can be very difficult, even when the disability is legitimate.
If your claim for disability benefits was wrongly denied, you can fight the denial with a qualified, experienced attorney on your side. Whether your claim was denied for Social Security Disability, Veterans’ Disability benefits, or a Long Term Disability insurance claim, we can help
Advocacy for New Orleans Disability Claimants
With over 18 years of experience as a disability attorney, Marc Whitehead has helped hundreds of people overcome denied claims for disability payments. Our firm will expertly guide you through the process of appealing denials and winning your rightful benefits.
Ask our attorneys questions about your New Orleans disability claim.
We offer a free case evaluation to discuss a strategy for overturning the denial. We will answer all of your questions, identify your legal options, and aggressively help you pursue the benefits you are due.
Long Term Disability Denials, Appeals and Settlements
Insurance companies often deny valid disability claims. When they do, the effects can cause great hardship. Many New Orleans residents who purchase private long term disability (LTD) insurance, or are part of an employee-sponsored group plan, turn to us after they have been denied benefits.
Our disability attorneys firmly oppose insurance companies who treat disability claims as another avenue for protecting their profits. Our firm has the knowledge and experience to deal with insurance companies who refuse to honor their claims. We know that many claim denials can be successfully challenged and overcome.
When we work with you, we will analyze your claim and advise you how to take decisive legal action.
Learn how we can help you fight back to secure your rightful compensation for LTD insurance claims and ERISA group disability claims.
Social Security Benefits in New Orleans
It is a common occurrence for Social Security Disability benefits to be denied. The steps in appealing a denied claim involve a hearing by an administrative law judge, a review by the appeals counsel, and possible review in federal court. With just the paperwork alone, this is difficult for many people to accomplish without qualified legal help.
Having a lawyer on your side who knows the Social Security system can greatly increase your chances of a successful appeal and getting the benefits to which you are rightly entitled.
What differentiates our firm is that we understand the entire process. We know the questions the administrative law judges and medical examiners will ask, and we know how to respond successfully. No matter where you are in the claims process, our attorneys will be a tremendous asset.
New Orleans Veterans Disability Claims
Many Veterans are challenged with long-term disabilities resulting from their dedicated service to their country. When their disability claims are unfairly denied or delayed, this is an injustice that we intend to right.
At Marc Whitehead & Associates, we are determined to secure veterans their rightful disability benefits and disability ratings.
If you were denied service connected disability compensation, we encourage you to seek the advice of our Accredited Veterans Claim Attorneys. We have significant experience with the VA disability benefits program. We understand the challenges you face, and we know what to do to help you move forward successfully with your claim.
Learn more about our Louisiana disability attorney services for New Orleans claimants. We represent clients throughout Orleans Parish, St. Tammany Parish, St. Bernard Parish, Plaquemines Parish, Jefferson Parish, and beyond.
