What Happens to My Pension If I Go on Disability in New York?

When you’ve worked hard all your life in New York and saved for retirement, unexpected challenges like a disabling injury or illness can raise many questions. For many New Yorkers, one of the biggest concerns involves their pensions. How do they work with disability benefits? Can you get both at the same time? Here's what happens to your pension if…

When Will Workers’ Comp Offer Me A Settlement?

According to the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board, nearly every employer in New York must purchase workers’ compensation insurance. If you’re an employee and you’ve sustained a work-related injury in New York, you can file a workers’ comp claim. When will workers’ comp offer a settlement? There’s no absolute answer to this question. Various factors can affect the timeline.…

Eight Reasons Short-Term Disability Can Be Denied

When you become unable to work for a short period of time, whether it’s due to a work injury or an unrelated illness or injury, you might be worried about where the money will come from to meet your regular bills. You could get benefits from a short-term disability policy if you meet the eligibility requirements. But what happens if…

Can I Fire And Change My Disability Lawyer?

If you recently enlisted the services of a disability attorney, your expectation was probably that you’d be gaining a knowledgeable, dedicated advocate to stand by your side. But what if the attorney-client relationship isn’t up to your standards? Perhaps you’re feeling unheard, overlooked, or just plain unsatisfied with the progress of your case. If these sentiments resonate with you,…

Do Pre-Existing Conditions Affect My Disability Claim?

When a physical or mental disability prevents you from working, it is easy to think that your situation is hopeless. This is especially the case if you believe that a pre-existing condition may prevent you from filing a successful disability claim with the Social Security Administration. A common question our new clients often ask is if they can apply for…

What You Need to Know About Your New York State Disability Pension Claim

You probably served the people of New York State for years. Unfortunately, you were injured while carrying out your duties. As a result, you can’t work anymore. You still have to maintain your livelihood even though you’re now disabled. This is where New York disability pension benefits step in to support you after your many years of service to the…

How to Know You Hired the Right Disability Lawyer

When you suffer a serious injury, the only thing you’re focused on is your recovery. Full recovery may not be possible, however. Your injury could lead to you being disabled. Living with a disabling condition is difficult. Depending on the extent of your disability, you may not be able to work, and even if you can work, you may not…