While employers are not required to offer benefits to their workers, many employees in New Jersey receive health insurance and other perks through their jobs. Benefits plans that are offered by private employers are covered by the requirements of the Employee...
There are signs your 401k may be being tampered with
New Jersey residents know that their 401k plans will help them live comfortably after they retire. They pay into their plans every year to make sure that when they retire, they have the money that they need to continue to live comfortably. They have every right to...
Workers file ERISA lawsuit against AT&T
Employer-sponsored pension plans in New Jersey and around the country must meet standards laid down by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act. When these standards are not met, employees may file lawsuits against their employers in federal court. One such lawsuit...
Social Security Disability Insurance benefits to increase in 2021
New Jersey residents who receive Social Security Disability Insurance or veterans disability benefits will see a cost-of-living increase in 2021, according to a national benefits selection services company. The increase will occur in January. SSDI annual...
Where can people in New Jersey find help with ERISA violations?
A case against Huntington Ingalls Industries relating to ERISA has been allowed to proceed to trial. The Employee Retirement Income Security Act, or ERISA, requires employers to meet certain standards when offering pension plans to their employees. According to a...
Why should people invest in private disability insurance?
While many employers in New Jersey offer disability insurance, some people might want to buy private insurance to supplement their income in the event that they can't work for long periods of time. Otherwise, they might not be able to pay for their health care and...
