Pro Athlete Disability Claims LLC does not charge unless we win. On your initial call with our team, we will discuss in detail all of your options.

IN THE LINE OF DUTY

About NFL Disability Benefits (Line-of-Duty and Permanent Disability Claims)  As covered by the Bert Bell/Pete Rozelle NFL Player Retirement Plan you may be entitled to receive Line-of-Duty Disability benefits. Your aches and pains, reduced body function and mobility and other disablement that was incurred from League football activities would be covered by this. 

​

If you incurred a "substantial disablement arising out of League football activities." The "substantial disablement" must have persisted or be expected to persist for at least 1 year from the date of its occurrence. If you incur a substantial disablement arising out of League football activities (but you are not totally and permanently disabled), you may be eligible for "Line of Duty" disability benefits. 

TOTAL AND PERMANENT DISABILITY

About NFL Disability Benefits (Total & Permanent Disability Benefits) - As covered by the Bert Bell/Pete Rozelle NFL Player Retirement Plan you may be entitled to receive Total & Permanent Disability benefits if you have "a substantial impairment which has persisted for 12 months or is expected to persist for 12 months that would prevent you from working for any remuneration or profit."

You may qualify for Total & Permanent Disability based upon orthopedic impairments, psychiatric impairments (depression, anxiety, mood swings, anger, and/or suicidal thoughts) and/or cognitive impairments. 

NEUROCOGNITIVE BENEFIT

About NFL Disability Benefits (Mild" or "Moderate" Neurocognitive Impairment) What is a "mild" or "moderate" neurocognitive impairment?

The Plan uses very specific definitions for "mild" and "moderate" neurocognitive impairment and relies on neurologists and neuropsychologists to apply them in the cases of specific Players.  Neuropsychologists measure a person's cognitive abilities - such as the ability to think and respond to stimuli - using a battery of tests designed for that purpose.

​

Mild Neurocognitive Impairment:
The Plan defines a mild neurocognitive impairment as a mild objective impairment in one or more domains of neurocognitive functioning which reflect acquired brain dysfunction, but not severe enough to interfere with your ability to independently perform complex activities of daily living or to engage in any occupation for remuneration or profit.

​

Moderate Neurocognitive Impairment:
The Plan defines moderate neurocognitive impairment as a mild-moderate objective impairment in two or more domains of neurocognitive functioning which reflect acquired brain dysfunction and which may require use of compensatory strategies and/or accommodations in order to independently perform complex activities of daily living or to engage in any occupation for remuneration profit.

Yes, you can submit applications for multiple benefits at once. However, the specific benefits you should apply for depend on your personal circumstances. Keep in mind that the Disability Plan may adjust or reduce payments for one disability if another is approved. During your Intake Call, Pro Athlete Disability Claims LLC will guide you through the optimal approach for your situation.

With 4 or fewer Credited Seasons: You have up to 4 years from the date you cease being an Active Player to submit your application.

With 5 or more Credited Seasons: Your application window equals the number of years you played as an Active Player, beginning from the date you're no longer active.