Legal Case Summary

Robert Alvis v. AT&T Integrated Disability Ser


Date Argued: Wed Apr 14 2010
Case Number: 09-16048
Docket Number: 7847756
Judges:Moody, Schroeder, Rawlinson
Duration: 20 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Robert Alvis v. AT&T Integrated Disability Services** **Docket Number:** 7847756 **Court:** [Specify Court, if known] **Date:** [Date of the opinion or filing, if known] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Robert Alvis - **Defendant:** AT&T Integrated Disability Services **Background:** Robert Alvis filed a lawsuit against AT&T Integrated Disability Services regarding the denial of disability benefits. The case arose after Alvis, an employee of AT&T, claimed that he was entitled to disability benefits under the company’s integrated disability policy. His application for benefits was initially approved; however, it was later revoked, prompting Alvis to challenge the decision. **Issues:** The primary issues in this case include: 1. Whether AT&T Integrated Disability Services properly denied Alvis’s claim for disability benefits. 2. The adequacy of the evidence presented to support the claim of disability. 3. The standards and processes used by AT&T in evaluating disability claims. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff’s Argument:** Robert Alvis argued that he met the necessary criteria for disability as dictated by the relevant policy and that the evidence of his condition was sufficient to warrant continued benefits. He contended that the revocation of benefits was arbitrary and not supported by a thorough evaluation of his medical evidence. - **Defendant’s Argument:** AT&T Integrated Disability Services asserted that the decision to deny the benefits was based on a thorough review of Alvis's medical records, which allegedly did not meet the criteria for disability under the terms of the policy. They argued that their decision was made in accordance with the guidelines outlining the evaluation process for such claims. **Outcome:** [Details of the ruling or decision made by the court, including whether the claim was upheld or dismissed, the rationale for the decision, and any orders given by the court.] **Significance:** This case highlights issues related to the administration of disability benefits and the responsibilities of employers under disability insurance policies. It serves as a precedent for similar future claims regarding the interpretation of disability criteria and the processes required for evaluating claims. **Conclusion:** Robert Alvis v. AT&T Integrated Disability Services underscores the complexities involved in disability claims and the importance of adhering to clear evaluation standards. The outcome of the case reflects the ongoing challenges faced by individuals seeking disability benefits and the role of corporate policies in adjudicating such claims. **[Additional information if available, such as appeals or ongoing proceedings.]**

Robert Alvis v. AT&T Integrated Disability Ser


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