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Shawn E. McDermott

Shawn E. McDermott is the Managing Partner at McDermott Law, LLC in Denver, Colorado, with expertise in disability law, where he has represented clients for over 30 years. His practice also includes personal injury, insurance coverage and bad faith, and ERISA/employee benefits disputes. Admitted to the Colorado Bar in 1992, Shawn also practices before the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. He earned both his B.S. (1988) and J.D. (1992) from the University of Colorado at Boulder, where he graduated with honors and received recognition for excellence in oral advocacy. Shawn’s dedication to client advocacy has earned him ongoing recognition, including selection to Super Lawyers every year from 2011 through 2026, as well as strong peer and client ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and Law Week Colorado.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Shawn E. McDermott

Can I appeal a denied ERISA claim?

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Last Modified on Apr 06, 2021

Many Colorado businesses choose to provide their employees with a self-funded insurance plan. Unlike traditional insurance plans where employers pay the insurance company a premium, a self-funded plan requires the employer to pay for the benefits themselves. These self-funded plans are usually covered under the…

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Is your condition disabling?

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Last Modified on Mar 29, 2021

If you cannot work due to a medical condition, you have a disability, but your insurer may still deny your claim. Denials of long-term disability insurance claims can feel final and disconcerting, but they have no bearing on whether you have a disability. “Denials” are…

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Is long-term disability insurance right for you?

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Last Modified on Mar 25, 2021

Colorado offers residents short-term disability benefits at no cost. Those who find themselves disabled may be able to receive benefits for up to 180 days. However, the state doesn’t offer cost-free long-term disability insurance. You’ll need to buy it For those who remain disabled after…

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What does AD&D insurance cover?

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Last Modified on Mar 05, 2021

Accidental death and dismemberment, or AD&D, insurance is a type of coverage that helps to protect your loved one’s financial future in the event of your death or permanent disability. Depending on your Colorado employer, you may receive a free AD&D insurance policy as part…

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Some information about short-term disability benefits

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Last Modified on Mar 02, 2021

Short-term disability benefits help employees in Colorado support themselves while they recover from an injury or illness. If you recover within the time frame, you’ll be able to stop collecting disability and go back to work. However, your situation might change if you’re not ready…

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The common causes of denied life insurance claims

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Last Modified on Feb 17, 2021

Colorado residents may find themselves in a battle with insurance companies when trying to file life insurance claims. The reality is that receiving a denied claim from an insurance company during a time when you are already grieving for the loss of a loved one…

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