Short & Long Term Disability Cases We’ve Won for Our Clients in Indiana
Fields Law Firm successfully recovers millions of dollars each year for our disabled clients throughout the United States. Our Long Term Disability experience is matched by very few other law firms in the country and has earned us a national reputation.
See how our team secured benefits in Indiana long-term disability cases.
Here are just a few examples of our Long Term Disability appeal and lawsuit case wins in Indiana.
Victor – Control Systems Technician – Brookville, Indiana
Syncope, Hypotension, Migraines
A control systems technician in Indiana developed syncope, hypotension, and migraines that made continued work unsafe and unsustainable. After applying for Long Term Disability benefits, the claim was initially approved by Lincoln Financial. About a year and a half later, Lincoln Financial terminated benefits, stating there was no further evidence of impairment despite ongoing symptoms and an ongoing inability to work.
Fields Law attorneys reviewed the file promptly, gathered updated medical records, and obtained detailed written reports from treating physicians confirming the severity and functional impact of the conditions. A Fields Law Firm attorney prepared an appeal memorandum that presented the supporting documentation and addressed key shortcomings in the termination rationale. Lincoln Financial reversed the termination decision, benefit payments resumed immediately, and back pay was issued in a lump sum.
James – Blacksmith – Portland, Indiana
Pancreatitis
Disability benefits due to chronic pancreatitis and severe abdominal pain. Although the claim was initially approved, benefits were later discontinued after MetLife reviewed the file and cited a lapse in ongoing medical treatment as support for the position that symptoms had improved and a return to work was possible.
The Fields Law attorneys moved the appeal forward with a disciplined, documentation-first approach. The Fields team advised a prompt return to treating providers, obtained updated medical records, and requested narrative reports addressing the inability to safely perform such strenuous, high-heat work. Using this evidence, the attorneys filed an appeal detailing errors and omissions in the insurer’s review of the medical records and occupational demands. After receiving the appeal and supporting documentation, MetLife reversed the denial and reinstated Long Term Disability benefits.
Heather – Sales Manager – Noblesville, Indiana
Post-Concussion Syndrome
A sales manager in Indiana developed post-concussion syndrome after a car accident and could no longer meet the demands of the job. Long Term Disability benefits were initially approved, then terminated after eight months. After a favorable appeal, benefits were reinstated, but The Hartford stopped payments again about 10 months later, asserting the policy definition of disability was no longer met.
The Fields Law attorneys stepped in to build a detailed, documentation-driven appeal. The team obtained complete medical records and secured written statements from treating physicians confirming work limitations. With that support in place, the Fields attorneys prepared a focused appeal memorandum addressing The Hartford’s rationale and the policy requirements. The insurer reversed its decision, reinstated monthly benefits, and issued back pay for missed payments.
