Claiming super and insurance benefits after the death of a loved one is usually relatively straightforward. If your relationship with the deceased is clear and not controversial, the benefit will usually be paid reasonably quickly, as long as no one else makes a claim. However, what happens when things are not straightforward with a death benefits claim?
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Income protection is great when the claim is accepted and payments commence but what are some of the reasons your income protection claim may be rejected?
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Income protection benefits pay you a monthly payment if you lose or suffer a drop in your income due to illness or injury. In this blog, we look at the how income protection benefits are calculated and what options you may have to claim on more than one income protection policy.
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The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) is the financial services ombudsman where you can lodge a complaint about the conduct of a financial services provider. AFCA is an alternative to the Court process. The decision makers are external to the super fund or insurer.
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As more people use digital services, scams are becoming a bigger threat. With Australians using online platforms for banking and socialising, it’s important to have strong protections. The Australian Federal Government’s Scams Prevention Framework aims to reduce scams and protect consumers.
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Jessica (a pseudonym) lodged a TPD claim for a shoulder injury from 2014=, which was rejected. After many years and further injuries and illness, she finally sought legal advice and assistance which resulted in a successful TPD claim payout of $700,000.
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