Under New Jersey law, if you are injured at work or develop an occupational illness, you are entitled to benefits through the workers’ compensation system. These benefits may include medical treatment, monetary payments, and even death benefits for people whose loved one died in a workplace accident. The New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act establishes the […]
Continue ReadingLump-Sum Settlement vs. Lifetime Benefits
Under New Jersey’s Workers’ Compensation Act, there are two types of settlements that an injured worker can enter into with their employer and the insurance company. These settlements are referred to Section 20 and Section 22 settlements, based on the section of the Act that authorizes each one. Section 20 settlements result in a lump […]
Continue ReadingCOVID 19 Concerns for those on Disability
Since it first arrived in the United States, the novel coronavirus has caused over 110,000 deaths and sickened more than 2 million people. It has also caused massive unemployment, which lead to the passage of the CARES Act. As part of this historic bill, every American who met the income limits received a $1,200 check […]
Continue ReadingLong-Term Disability for Degenerative Disc Disease
Depending on your age — and the age of your friends, family, and colleagues — you probably know someone with back problems. Having pain, stiffness, and soreness in your back can be incredibly debilitating. One type of back problem, known as degenerative disc disease, is very common. According to a report from 2018, one-third of […]
Continue ReadingHartford Long-Term Disability Claims
The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. — most often referred to as The Hartford — is an investment and insurance company based in Hartford, Connecticut. Founded in 1810, it offers a range of insurance products, including both short and long-term disability insurance. In 2019, it had over $1.8 billion in profits and was ranked as […]
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