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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

Do I need both short- and long-term disability policies?

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Last Modified on May 18, 2020

If you are joining a new company, you might be given the opportunity to purchase short-term disability or long-term disability insurance policies as part of your benefits and compensation package. If you are a business owner or a self-employed person, you may also be investigating…

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Why do I need get long-term disability coverage?

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Last Modified on May 16, 2020

Long-term disability insurance is one of the benefits your employer may offer. While many employers will pay a portion of the costs for you, you may have to cover the full expense. This may have you wondering if it is worth it to get this…

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What should I know about filing a life insurance claim?

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Last Modified on May 16, 2020

When a loved one dies, you will have many tasks to handle. One of those tasks will be filing a life insurance claim. The Insurance Information Institute explains that when you file a life insurance claim, it helps to know all the details of the…

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What is loss of consortium?

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Last Modified on May 16, 2020

It is never easy to lose a loved one, but it becomes more difficult when that person dies as a result of the actions of someone else. Everything you lose because of this other person’s actions become quite apparent as you begin moving forward in…

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What does short-term disability insurance cover?

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Last Modified on May 16, 2020

Disability insurance is a type of coverage that provides you with benefit payments when you cannot work due to an illness or injury not covered under other types of insurance, such as workers’ compensation. For example, if you suffer injuries that prevent you from working…

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What are some safety tips for pedestrians?

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Last Modified on May 16, 2020

Pedestrian accidents often result in very serious injuries or death. When you are walking on or near a roadway, there is very little protection to keep you safe from the vehicles zooming down the roadway. While motorists should watch out for you and follow all…

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