Legal Question in Social Security Law in Texas

Do I have to repay long term disability if I receive SS

I have been receiving long-term disability checks from an insurance company from a policy I paid for through work. They have been paying me for about 4 years. I have been applying for Social Security benefits but have been denied until recently. Now the long-term disability insurance company is saying I must pay back all they have sent me. They will take the lump sum awarded for retroactive payments from social security and if that isn't enough, I have to pay the remaining out of my pocket. Is this legal?


Asked on 3/03/06, 6:42 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: Do I have to repay long term disability if I receive SS

You would have to read your insurance policy. Some disability policies pay only an amount above SS. It it legal? If the policy says so legally --yes. Some policies are vague and could be busted. You would probably have to consult an attorney to see if the policy language is legal.

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Answered on 3/03/06, 10:01 pm


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