UnumProvident
Corporation (NYSE: UNM), the nation's largest disability insurance company,
has been the victim of recent negative publicity surrounding claims handling
practices. Behind the allegations are a handful of plaintiff's attorneys and
a few disgruntled former employees, all of whom have personal interests in
painting a negative view of the industry-leading company.
Among the allegations being leveled at the company are accusations that
there are "targets," "quotas" or financial incentives set to close valid
claims. "Nothing could be further from the truth," said Tom Wat...
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