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24 October 2012

Superannuation Lump Sum Disability Payments: are you entitled?

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If you are unable to work because of a disability, whether by illness or misfortune, you may be entitled to a payout.
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You may have an entitlement to a payment from a past superannuation policy you have long since forgotten. If you are unable to work because of a disability and whether acquired through illness, misfortune or other circumstance you may still be covered for a payout. Even if you have not worked for several years and are on a Centrelink pension you still may be entitled.

Case One

Because of an incident in 1996 David was no longer able to work. He later came to Carroll & O'Dea saying he had a super policy with a TPD component. We were able to help him and the TPD Insurer agreed to pay him an additional $59,173.33 being the total TPD policy.

Case Two

Because of an incident several years ago Sam was no longer able to work. Sam had not looked into his superannuation entitlements under a policy that he held. His total TPD entitlement was $214,000 which helped him carry on with his life.

Carroll & O'Dea

Carroll & O'Dea have been looking after peoples' rights since 1899, we have helped many clients, who can't work, to access their entitlements to superannuation benefits Hanaan Indari is ready to assist you in finding out what your rights are. Call Carroll & O'Dea today or visit our website for further information. Your first Consultation is obligation free.

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