In search of Winter Park Short Term Disability? Here’s how we can help.

What Is Short Term Disability? 

Short Term Disability is an insurance benefit that provides individuals with some compensation or income replacement for injuries or illnesses that render them unable to work for a short period of time. It’s important to note that sometimes these benefits are paid directly by your employer while other times they are paid by an insurance company. 

What Counts As A Disability? 

Although there is not a one-size-fits-all definition for Short Term Disability, the injury or illness must prevent a person from doing their job and making a certain percentage of their income. After a short elimination period, usually lasting one week, entitlement begins and lasts anywhere from an additional 12 weeks up to a year after the date of the disability. Your disability plan should outline the specifics of what injuries and illnesses will be accepted. 

Could Mental Illness Be Considered Short Term Disability? 

While mental illness can certainly prevent you from fulfilling your responsibilities at work, it all depends on your own plan documents to determine if it will count in your favor. When obtaining the proper documentation to apply for Winter Park Short Term Disability, it’s vital that you gather all necessary proof that your mental illness is something you’ve been struggling with. This includes documents from a psychiatrist, hospital, work, etc. Anything that can help your case will help you in the long run. 

Do You Need A Short Term Disability Attorney? 

As a law office that represents clients for Winter Park Short Term Disability, we have seen hundreds of cases go in both directions. If your case isn’t strong enough or you don’t have sufficient evidence, you may want to inquire about an attorney helping you get past the critical phases of the process. 

Contact Us For Winter Park Short Term Disability 

If you have any questions about your Winter Park Short Term Disability or Long Term Disability claim, please give Herbert M. Hill, P.A. a call and we would be glad to answer any questions you may have.   We are available at 407-839-0005 or, toll free, 844-454-59995,  If you would like, after discussing your case, we can set a conference.  In most circumstances, that conference would be free of charge but in no circumstance would you be under any obligation to hire me nor would you feel any pressure from me to do so.

 Herbert M. Hill, P.A. is a law firm located in Orlando, Florida with a practice extending throughout the state of Florida.  While the vast majority of cases handled are for disability insurance benefits, areas of practice include employee benefit claims of all sorts.  The firm handles any claims arising under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (“ERISA”) for disability benefits, medical benefits, retirement benefits of any sort, including pension, 401k, termination agreements or the like as well as claims arising under private disability policies.