You may have a financial plan, but have you thought of what happens if you become fully or partially disabled? Long-term disability insurance provides a needed safety net for anyone who suffers an injury or illness that affects his or her ability to work. Some...
Social Security Disability
What you need to know about applying for SSD benefits
Applying for Social Security disability benefits has changed over time, so there are many things you need to know before submitting your application in New Jersey. It may be helpful to go over some critical questions surrounding this topic to give you a better...
How your SSDI claim is evaluated
Being physically or mentally disabled can lead to a significant decrease in your overall quality of life, especially if you are still expected to work, but cannot. If you live in the state of New Jersey and are thinking of filing for Social Security Disability...
Can other benefits affect Social Security disability payments?
People in New Jersey who receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) may have their benefits reduced when they receive certain other types of benefits. If you receive other benefits in addition to SSDI, knowing how they may affect your benefit payments can...
Certain medical conditions can lead to expedited decisions
In New Jersey, the application and approval process for Social Security disability benefits can take months or years for many people. However, applicants with certain medical conditions listed by the Social Security Administration might be eligible for an expedited...
How does SSDI reconsideration work?
Social Security Disability Insurance benefits could provide a financial lifeline to persons unable to work. The Social Security Administration requires applicants to meet all criteria for approval or face a denial of benefits. New Jersey residents who receive a denial...
SSDI declined: What you can expect at a hearing
Residents of Hackensack and other areas of New Jersey may want to learn more about what happens at a hearing for SSDI (Social Security Disability). You may have a friend or family member that has a disability and wants to appeal a denial of SSDI benefits. According to...
Can you still work and receive SSDI benefits?
New Jersey residents who receive social security disability insurance benefits do so because they have been deemed unable to work. While you may not be able to return to your full-time career, you may want to take up a part-time job. However, you don't want to lose...
Do other types of settlements affect SSDI payments?
As is the case with other residents of New Jersey, you may wonder whether your SSDI payments can be impacted if you receive some other type of settlement payment. For example, like a notable percentage of recipients, you may qualify for payments both through SSDI and...
How is back pay calculated for Social Security Disability?
If you become disabled, you might qualify for Social Security disability. There are two different programs for New Jersey residents, and they are Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance. In both cases, if you are approved, you may qualify...



