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Will the Coronavirus Outbreak Affect My Long Term Disability Benefits?
Collecting long term disability benefits is never easy. Yet, the recent coronavirus outbreak in San Francisco and across the country has made it even more challenging. Are you wondering what will happen to your benefits during this global pandemic? Are [...]
Can I Pursue a Bad Faith Claim Under ERISA?
Insurance benefits essentially operate as a contract between the policyholder and his or her insurance company. The policyholder pays premiums over time in exchange for coverage later if needed. However, this contractual understanding leaves many individuals shocked when their claims [...]
How California Bad Faith Insurance Law Protects Policyholders
When you purchase insurance, you do so with the understanding that your insurance company will provide coverage when you need it. The insurance company has a legal duty to uphold the terms of the policy and pay valid claims. Essentially, [...]
What Is an ERISA Plan?
ERISA stands for the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. It is a piece of federal legislation that governs employer-provided benefit plans. It sets up minimum standards that employers must adhere to when they offer their employees benefits. These [...]
What Do I Do If My Insurance Company Commits Bad Faith?
As experienced San Francisco insurance lawyers, this is one of the most common questions we hear. What can you do if your insurance company commits bad faith? Below, we discuss five important steps to take if you believe your insurance [...]