Filing for disability claims in New Jersey seems like a process requiring little more than following detailed steps. Filing out necessary forms combined with providing evidence seems simple. That said, someone decides on applications. Denials are possible, although an...
Month: September 2020
Two large corporations face lawsuits with ERISA a factor
New Jersey workers often rely on their pensions and disability insurance as safety nets for the future. ERISA is a fundamental part of protecting workers from employer wrongdoing in these areas. Still, companies are often accused of misdeeds by violating regulations...
Rights on appeal for non-ERISA and ERISA disability claims
People in New Jersey who have private or employer-sponsored temporary or long-term disability insurance may have an important financial safety net if they suffer disabling injuries or illnesses that prevent them from returning to their jobs temporarily or permanently....
Value of ERISA benefits open to legal challenges
The Employment Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, more popularly known as ERISA, protects the retirement incomes of individuals in New Jersey and throughout the country. When disputes arise over ERISA benefits, an "actuarial equivalence" challenge might arise....
Obtaining medical records when a person doesn’t have insurance
If a person is applying for Social Security disability benefits, it is generally a good idea to include recent medical records in their application. However, obtaining these records may be difficult if a person lacks adequate medical insurance. Here are some ways to...