The Lion Life Insurance Blog

As a doctor, you’re well aware from dealing with your patients that life can take unexpected turns.

The same could happen to you.

One day, you’re in the operating room or consulting with patients, and the next, you could be facing an illness or injury that sidelines you from your profession.

Income protection is designed to be your financial safety net in these scenarios, helping you maintain your lifestyle and cover your expenses whil you focus on getting back to work.

But what exactly does income protection involve, and why is it so crucial for doctors?

Some insurers treat jobs differently — meaning the same role could cost far more with one insurer than another.

Your occupation class (1–4) affects price, benefits, and even whether you’ll be accepted.

This guide explains how income protection works by job, how to avoid overpaying, and why checking all insurers matters.

A step-by-step guide to picking the right income protection policy in Ireland.

Learn the 5 key decisions that matter, avoid common mistakes, and see how to compare insurers like a pro.

Is New Ireland the best choice for your mortgage protection?

Here’s our review of their cover, pricing, and exclusive benefits like Better Health.

Got arthritis and hit with a savage life insurance quote?

Don’t panic — it depends on your condition, your meds, and (crucially) the insurer.

Here’s how to get a fair deal.

Struggling with mortgage limits?

Find out how mortgage exemptions (LTI & LTV) can help you borrow more or reduce your deposit.

Read our no-nonsense guide.

Only have mortgage protection? Haven’t reviewed your cover in years? You may be underinsured. Here are 5 warning signs and how to fix them.

Worried a skin disorder will affect life insurance?

From psoriasis to melanoma, we explain what insurers look for and how to get the best cover.

Diagnosed with Addison’s and worried about life cover?

You’ve got options.

We’ll check every insurer and find the best one — before you even apply.

Self-employed or PAYE accountant?

Protect your income with tax-deductible cover that pays you monthly if you can’t work.

No BS advice.

No pressure.