Business Details
Disability Insurance Lawyers Nationwide
Buchanan Eric & Associates is a nationally recognized law firm specializing in disability insurance, ERISA law, and employee benefits litigation. With decades of combined experience, our team of attorneys has handled thousands of complex cases involving long-term disability, life insurance denials, and Social Security disability benefits. We are recognized leaders in the field, frequently invited to teach other attorneys at national conferences on ERISA and disability insurance law.Our firm has achieved landmark legal victories that have strengthened protections for claimants nationwide. We provide personalized legal representation, collaborating closely with medical professionals to build robust cases that challenge insurance company denials. Our contingency fee structure ensures clients pay no attorney fees unless we successfully recover benefits, demonstrating our confidence in case outcomes and commitment to client-centric service.
Services
Long Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance Denials
ERISA Benefit Claims
Social Security Disability
Individual Disability Insurance
Highlights and features
- Specialize exclusively in disability insurance and ERISA law with nationwide representation
- Have changed laws to better protect claimants through landmark legal victories
- Teach disability law to other attorneys at national conferences
- Provide personalized attention with a selective case load
- Contingency fee structure: No payment unless we win your case
Associations and certifications
- Avvo
- Martindale-Hubbell
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Compassionate and considerate
Secured approvals for both short-term and long-term disability claims
Kept me informed every step of the way
Highly professional and dedicated
Services
Long Term Disability Insurance
Our attorneys specialize in representing clients denied long-term disability benefits. We navigate complex insurance policies and ERISA regulations to challenge improper denials. With deep understanding of medical documentation requirements and vocational assessments, we build strong cases that address both legal and medical aspects of disability claims. Our team works directly with healthcare providers to ensure accurate representation of clients' conditions in all legal proceedings.
ERISA Benefit Claims
We handle ERISA-governed employee benefit claims involving disability, life insurance, and health benefits. Our attorneys leverage extensive experience with ERISA's complex procedural requirements to protect clients' rights. We focus on developing comprehensive administrative records while ensuring compliance with strict filing deadlines. Our proven track record includes successfully litigating ERISA cases that set favorable precedents for claimants nationwide.
Life Insurance Denials
Our team represents policyholders facing life insurance claim denials. We analyze policy language, investigate bad faith practices, and challenge improper coverage determinations. With expertise in both individual and group life insurance policies, we work with medical experts to establish policyholder eligibility while navigating complex insurance company tactics to secure rightful benefits for beneficiaries.
Social Security Disability
We assist clients with Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claims and appeals. Our attorneys understand the strict eligibility criteria and documentation requirements for federal disability benefits. We prepare comprehensive applications, represent clients at hearings, and challenge adverse decisions while coordinating with other insurance claims to maximize clients' overall benefits package.
Individual Disability Insurance
We represent clients with individual disability insurance policies facing claim denials or benefit terminations. Our attorneys analyze policy language, challenge insurance company interpretations, and pursue bad faith claims when appropriate. We focus on protecting policyholders' rights while ensuring accurate medical documentation supports disability determinations through all stages of the claims process.
People
Eric L. Buchanan
President & Partner
Veteran-led attorney with extensive experience in disability insurance law. Former naval aviator and legal officer who has changed laws to better protect claimants. Teaches disability law to other attorneys nationwide.
Hudson T. Ellis
Managing Partner
Recognized expert in ERISA and disability insurance law. Handles complex cases involving insurance company denials and bad faith practices. Frequently invited to speak at national legal conferences on disability insurance matters.
Audrey Dolmovich
Partner
Specializes in long-term disability and life insurance claims. Known for thorough case preparation and personalized client representation. Works closely with medical professionals to document disability claims effectively.
Noah A. Breazeale
Senior Associate
Focuses on ERISA litigation and appeals processes. Maintains excellent communication with clients throughout legal proceedings. Recognized for successfully overturning denied disability insurance claims.
Kaci Garrabrant
Senior Associate
Dedicated disability insurance attorney with strong track record in appeals and litigation. Known for compassionate client service and detailed case management. Frequently handles complex vocational and medical documentation issues.
Questions
What is ERISA and how does it affect my disability claim?
ERISA is a federal law governing employee benefit plans. Our attorneys specialize in navigating ERISA regulations to challenge improper claim denials by insurance companies.
Why should I hire a national disability law firm?
Our nationwide experience with insurance companies and deep understanding of state-specific laws gives us unique advantages in handling complex disability claims.
How does your contingency fee structure work?
We assume all financial risk - you pay no attorney fees unless we successfully recover your benefits, just case expenses.
What happens if my disability insurance claim is denied?
Contact us immediately before appealing. We'll develop your case while the ERISA record remains open to maximize your chances of success in court.
How do you handle cases requiring medical documentation?
We collaborate with treating physicians to ensure medical records accurately reflect your disability and meet legal requirements for claim approval.
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