Category Archives: Costs

Does Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Count For STD?

The wars of the last decade led to a marked increase in the number of people suffering from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Combat experience is not a necessary cause of this psychological condition but it is a frequent reason behind the development of symptoms. Many of those who have been afflicted with this syndrome … Continue reading

Is Short Term Disability Taxable?

After a person has activated their short term disability policy, many questions come to mind about the income they begin to receive. As always, it is better to determine the answers to these questions before you need them. Since this type of policy is not regulated in many states, it can be difficult to give … Continue reading

Which Insurance Companies Provide Short Term Disability?

Whether you are an employer seeking short-term disability coverage for your employees or an employee independently trying to find a policy for yourself, you will need to know where to look for these policies and the short term disability insurance cost. Not every insurance company offers this sort of coverage. Since these policies are not … Continue reading

Short Term Disability And Pregnancy

When an employee discovers that she is pregnant, one of the first concerns she will have is for some sort of income to help her with expenses, during periods when she is unable to work. Short term disability for maternity leave is a difficult issue to address. A woman cannot be sure how long she … Continue reading

Is Depression A Valid Reason For Short Term Disability?

If you have a history of, or have just started experiencing depression, you may be thinking about short term disability as an option for time off from your job, to deal with the stress and other side effects caused by depression. However, many people with depression will often fear for their job security and not consider … Continue reading

Short Term Disability Options For Employers

If you provide disability insurance for your employees, you may want to consider making short term disability benefits available to them as well. Most likely, you already provide a system of benefits that include sick days and long-term disability. However, this sort of coverage often leaves a gap for people who are so sick or … Continue reading

Basic Information About Short Term Disability

Employee benefits can include a host of insurance programs, such as short term disability, that are designed to help injured people receive an income when they are unable to perform the normal duties required at work. This particular benefit is designed to help employees who are injured when they are off the job. As long … Continue reading