Charles v. UPS National Long Term Disability Plan

MEMORANDUM

Stengel, District Judge

This case stems from Aetna’s' denial of long-term disability benefits ünder an ERISA-covered- employee benefits plan.1 The parties have filed cross motions for summary judgment. For the reasons stated below, I will grant the plaintiffs motion in part and enter judgment in favor of the plaintiff on Count I. - ,

1. BACKGROUND

Plaintiff Marvin Charles is a 57-year-old high school graduate.2 He started working *385at UPS as a Pre-loader/Porter.3 He was promoted to the role of package car driver in 1992, making between $50,000-60,000 a year.4 Prior to working at UPS, Mr.…