Millennial moms file most Unum short term disability maternity claims
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"Millennials make up more than a third of the workforce and many of them have recently started or plan on starting a family soon," said
Short term disability insurance replaces part of a working mother's income for up to six to eight weeks, depending on the type of delivery. In 2017, Unum paid nearly
According to the
"Particularly among Millennial mothers who may be newer to the workforce, the financial assistance provided by short term disability insurance can make a huge difference," Breter said. "But the reality is that most working women aren't protected by short term disability coverage, and this can leave them exposed to financial risk as they step away from work to bond with and care for their newborn."
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According to a 2016
Millennial parents are also looking for more clarity and variety in the types of benefits their employers offer. A Unum micro-study in
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