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Disability Insurance Illustrations |
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Below are illustrations of disability company
definitions and how they might differ! When you request a
quotation from us, we will always supply you with the best choices of
carriers for your particular goals and objectives. Thus a complete set
of choices will be available to you. The rule of thumb is that the more
liberal the definition the higher the premium. This is because of the
increased contractual liability the company has if you should become
disabled.
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Are Rates Guaranteed? |
Yes,
The policy is non-cancelable |
Is The Policy Participating? |
Yes |
Definition of Total
Disability |
Company1
The insured cannot
perform the main duties of their own occupation and is not
working in another occupation
Company2
There is no definition of total disability. This is a loss of
earnings contract. Disability means the insured has a loss of
income of at least 20%, and either their ability to work
is restricted, or the insured is unable to perform the material
and substantial duties of their regular occupation. |
How Are Claims Paid
for Total Disability? |
Company1 Total Disability:
The insured would receive the full monthly benefit payable, for
the full benefit period, as long as they meet the definition
above. There is no income loss required in order for the insured
to collect the total disability benefit.
Company2 Total Disability:
The insured would receive the full monthly benefit payable, for
the full benefit period elected, if they meet the definition
above. If the insured is Class 5A or Class 4A select (earning at
least $75,000) they can receive a full monthly benefit
regardless of income loss, if they have purchased the optional
Regular Occupation Rider. |
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Residual Disability |
Company1
Residual Disability: The insured is not totally disabled and is working, but is
suffering an income loss of at least 20%. For the first 12
months, the company will pay the insured a minimum of 50% of
their total monthly benefit. After that, the benefit is based on
the percentage of income loss. However, if at any time, the
income loss exceeds 75%, the company pays 100% of the full
monthly benefit.
Company2 Residual Disability:
The insured is working, but is suffering an income loss of at
least 20% and either their ability to work is restricted or they
cannot perform the material and substantial duties of their
regular occupation. If the income loss is less than 20%, the
insured could still collect a monthly benefit if; the insured
has been receiving benefits for 90 days, the insured meets the
definition of disability, and the benefit is at least $300 per
month. If at any time the insured’s loss of income exceeds 75%,
the full monthly benefit is paid. |
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Recovery? |
Company1 Recovery Benefit:
The insured is fully recovered and back to work full-time, but
is suffering at least a 20% loss of income. the company will
continue to pay this benefit up to the Maximum Benefit Period,
as long as their remains a demonstrated relationship between the
prior disability, and the loss of income.
Company2 Recovery Benefit:
The insured is fully recovered and back to work full-time, but
is suffering an income loss of at least 20%. The insured will
receive the monthly benefit for a maximum of 4 months unless
they have purchased the optional Return to Work Rider. This
rider can be purchased by Classes 5A select and 4A select (fee
for service professionals only) as long as their policy has an
elimination period of 90 days or more. The rider allows the
insured to receive a monthly benefit for their full benefit
period, as long as they have at least a 20% loss of income. |
Are Mental, Nervous, Drug and Alcohol Related Claims Covered?
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Company1 Yes-
Benefits are paid for up to 24 months for
each
period of
disability, with no aggregate lifetime limit. If the insured is
hospitalized, the coverage extends to the maximum benefit period
issued.
Company2 Yes-
Benefits are payable the same as any other covered loss, unless
the Limitation of Benefits for Mental/Nervous and Substance
Abuse Disorders optional rider is chosen (Multi-Life employer
sponsored plans only). Under the rider, the aggregate lifetime
benefit is 24 months or the benefit period elected if the
insured is continuously hospitalized. |
Related Topics
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Note:
We do not provide legal or tax advice. The general
information presented on various tax aspects contained in
this site are not intended to be relied upon as tax advice.
Individuals should seek the advice of a qualified tax
professional regarding the taxation of these benefits as
they apply to your particular situation.
These
benefits are offered in all states except: AK, HI, & WY.
License #'s: CA: OC38446 MT: 29724 F00-0283-LC
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