Many people in New Jersey have sustained work injuries that essentially forced them to retire early and collect Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. As they reach retirement age, these individuals may start to wonder if they still qualify for SSD when they're...
Can you get SSD benefits from hand injuries?
If you're suffering from a hand injury, you might find it difficult to go back to work. In fact, you might find that you have to quit your job altogether. But before you leave your job in New Jersey, you're probably wondering if hand injuries allow you to qualify for...
How to file an ERISA appeal in New Jersey
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) establishes certain standards for health insurance plans purchased through your employer. These standards include the claim and appeal process, as well as the information that your insurance company is required to...
Do you have to report your wages when you receive SSDI?
Some people in New Jersey are able to continue to work while still collecting disability benefits. However, you'll have to report your wages to the government to ensure that it is not overpaying your benefits. Here's how you can do so. How do you report your income?...
Do fiduciaries have total control over an ERISA plan?
Retirement plan fiduciaries do, indeed, have major control over most accounts they manage for particular employers with respect to employee retirement funds. Employees are often also bound by income tax laws for some accounts, such as a 401(k) retirement savings...
