On behalf of The Law Offices of Steven Gaechter | Mar 31, 2020 | Blog, Social Security Disability
When people in New Jersey are too disabled to continue to work, they may turn to Social Security Disability for support. One-quarter of all Americans become disabled before age 67, and in many cases, this may interfere with their ability to work, especially in jobs...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Steven Gaechter | Mar 27, 2020 | Social Security Disability
As a New Jersey resident, if you have ulcerative colitis, it may be possible to obtain Social Security Disability benefits. In some cases, you could qualify under the listing for adult digestive system disorders. It is also possible that you will qualify based on the...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Steven Gaechter | Mar 20, 2020 | Blog
Disability insurance can be vital for New Jersey residents to be prepared for unexpected occurrences that leave them unable to work. It could stem from an injury or illness. Regardless of how it happened, knowing the basics of long-term disability is integral to...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Steven Gaechter | Mar 19, 2020 | ERISA
In New Jersey, companies that operate a defined contribution retirement plan have a fiduciary obligation to the plan participants and beneficiaries. There has been a wave of lawsuits against companies for alleged breaches of these fiduciary duties. One of the major...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Steven Gaechter | Mar 6, 2020 | Social Security Disability
New Jersey residents may be concerned about proposed changes that could affect the way Social Security Disability Insurance cases are handled. The proposals, released in November 2019, would require SSDI recipients to show repeatedly that their medical conditions had...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Steven Gaechter | Mar 3, 2020 | Social Security Disability
You’ve paid into the system, and now you’re looking for the help they promised. While you may be in dire need of financial aid to get by with a disability, it’s not always so easy to get assistance. The average award was just over $1,200 per month in 2018, according...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Steven Gaechter | Mar 2, 2020 | Blog
Mental disability is not always an impediment to work. Some people diagnosed with psychiatric illnesses can hold down a job and enjoy long and successful careers. Yet you may feel crippled by your disability. Your attempts at treating it may have proven fruitless, and...
