After decades of working physically demanding jobs, as an older blue-collar worker, you may be unable to continue due to a disabling condition. With limited options to transfer to a new line of work, you may struggle to make ends meet and access the support you need....
Month: April 2023
Former football players form a class-action lawsuit against the NFL
New Jersey is a state full of avid football fans. Whether you root for the local USFL team, the New Jersey Generals, or a nearby NFL team, it's hard to deny that football is a hard-hitting sport. However, ten former NFL players, including Willis McGahee, Jason Alford,...
The five-step evaluation for SSD in New Jersey
An applicant who applies for Social Security Disability in New Jersey has a decent chance of approval. That’s because New Jersey approves around 52 percent of its SSD claims. That’s a significant amount compared to the approval rates for most other states. However,...
How does ERISA protect you?
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) is a federal law that establishes minimum requirements for retirement and health care plans of private companies. It protects employees and their beneficiaries by setting a higher standard for employers to follow if...
Can I qualify for both SSDI and Medicaid at the same time?
Though Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is of great help, it only covers total disabilities, which can leave room for financial concerns. This is why it is good to have other sources of benefits, such as Medicare and Medicaid. However, Medicare has a...