Legal Question in Social Security Law in Texas

social security benefit

After a major ankle surgery last year, I'm unable to work due to complications. I drew short term then long term disability. With LTD, my insurance company required that I file for Social Security Disabilty and contacted a recovery service to handle the process for me. I was awarded my benefits. My question is, can my insurance company deduct what was paid to me from my lump sum benefit award? When I called them for clarification, they(the recovery rep), stated that if I kept the money it would be as if I were double paid. Please advise me as I am holding on to it pending legal advise.


Asked on 10/02/08, 5:00 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: social security benefit

your insurance contract likely states what is required after a SS recovery. That's why these questions cannot be answered on the internet. Most of the information required to answer is not present. Take you insurance agreement to a lawyer. Good Luck.

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Answered on 10/02/08, 5:32 pm
Donald McLeaish McLeaish&Associates;, P.C.

Re: social security benefit

Perhaps..but what would you expect from the adjuster.."double Paid" is a common claim when insurers do not want to pay...but if your policy states that, he may be right...we would be happy to review your case

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Answered on 10/02/08, 5:55 pm


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