Being
incapacitated for a long time is something no worker ever wants to happen to
them. To help the workforce cope with long-term disabilities, states have
federal long-term insurance disability (LTD)
benefits provided for eligible citizens.
While
most LTD policies are received once you are employed in a company, it is also
possible to acquire individual plans from private insurance companies in the
market. Regardless of the provider, deadlines and exceptions that surround all
coverages are quite difficult to understand and comply with, necessitating most
people to seek legal help before applying for one.
The
LTD benefits of Massachusetts’ Group Insurance Commission (GIC) are covered by
insurance company Unum. Workers who are unable to work for at least 90
consecutive days due to a particular injury or illness may receive a tax-free
compensation that accounts for 55% of their gross monthly salaries or a maximum
of $10,000 monthly coverage. This provision secures all employees until 65
years old, while those who were disabled on or after 62 may still be eligible
after 65.
Other
losses covered include for partial disabilities, dependent care expenses,
rehabilitation services and 36-month assistance for mental health conditions. To
qualify for the LTD program in the state, employees should have at least 18.75
working hours in a 40-hour basis per week.
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