Where Did the Rain Go? Click link above to see weather patterns of a typical summer moving into the weather pattern of the 1930s dust bowl drought. See side bar for more information. (Credit: NASA) Click HERE to view animation. Click on image to enlarge.
For example, your policy may pay 80% for the first three weeks of disability and then 50% for the remainder of your benefit period. Benefit Periods: Your short-term disability policy may allow you to return to work on a trial basis.
Short-Term Disability Due To Cancer. Short-term disability insurance is designed to supplement a portion of your income you will loose if you need a brief medical leave from work, usually up to six months. Your employer may hold your position for you during this period, since you expect to return to work.