There are many reasons your claim for Social Security Disability benefits could get denied. Sometimes the reason is simple. Perhaps you did not fill out the paperwork correctly, missed a step in the process or did not provide all the required documents. But sometimes...
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Can a consultative exam help my Social Security Disability case?
When New Jersey residents are seeking Social Security Disability benefits, the entire claim can come undone by one misstep or disagreement. Often, the case comes down to a medical assessment. Medical professionals are not always in lockstep when determining how severe...
Costly mistakes to avoid in your disability case
Social Security Disability benefits can provide a financial lifeline in your time of need. While the process of recovering these benefits may seem straightforward, the fact of the matter is that the majority of disability claims are initially denied. You have the...
What can I do if my private long-term disability claim is denied?
Having to submit a long-term disability claim is never what anyone wants to do, but sometimes, it is what they have to do. After all if a disability prevents you from working, you need those benefits to survive, and it is why you purchased your long-term insurance in...
Filing an ERISA appeal in New Jersey
Many workers in the United States work for employers who provide pension and insurance plans. Typically, these plans comply with the requirements of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, also known as ERISA. Filing an ERISA claim for long-term...
What factors determine how much a long term disability policy costs in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, a long-term disability insurance policy provides a source of income for people who become disabled and cannot work. In addition, it provides a way to keep an individual's or family's finances stable during a prolonged or permanent absence from the...
Long-term disability insurance vs. Social Security
Social Security Disability Insurance serves as a safety net for those who are unable to work and formally deemed disabled. Paid for by Social Security taxes, benefits allow them to generate income for themselves and their families. Paying in does always mean automatic...