Disability Leave
If you must take leave for your own health condition, including non-work related illness or injury, you may be eligible for disability benefits. This is in addition to the job protection that you receive through the Family and Medical Leave Act and California Family Rights Act.
Note
Disability benefits discussed here pertain to non-work related situations. For work-related illness or injury, view details about Workers' Compensation on the Risk Management Department website.
Review Your Options
Benefit options vary depending on your location. Find your status below to learn more about the options available to you.
| Status | Disability Benefit Options |
|---|---|
| California Residents |
Voluntary Disability Insurance (VDI) Long-term Disability Insurance (LTD) |
| Non-California Residents |
Short-term Disability Insurance (STD) Long-term Disability Insurance (LTD) |
| International Residents |
Insurance for Global Staff and Affiliates |
Start Receiving Disability Income
If you need to use sick time for more than five consecutive working days due to injury or illness, you must apply for disability benefits.
Steps to apply:
1. Call Liberty Mutual at (800) 896-9375 or contact them via their website: www.mylibertyconnection.com (first time users, register using company code: stanford)
2. To avoid any delays, download and sign the Disability and Leave Authorization Card and give it to your physician. Or complete a medical authorization form at your doctor’s office or medical facility that allows Liberty Mutual to receive all relevant information about your medical condition.
3. Liberty Mutual will need your physician to provide certain information about your health condition in order for you to start receiving disability income
