Buckle up. This story’s three-part court saga is a bit of a journey, but the destination is worth it. Part 1: A familiar scene In Aisenberg v. Reliance Standard Life Ins. Co., the plaintiff applied for long-term disability benefits after major open-heart surgery...
Long-Term Care
The Heritage Foundation’s plan to dismantle Medicare
Every election cycle, we hear about the GOP’s plans to gut, dismantle or destroy Medicare and Social Security. And every election cycle, indignant GOP candidates announce that they would never do something so preposterous and frame the accusation as pure fiction....
One man’s lawsuit exposed UnitedHealthcare’s shameful tactics
What started as Christopher McNaughton’s long journey to find an effective treatment for his debilitating ulcerative colitis led to a cluster bomb of evidence composed of incriminating emails and recorded phone calls from UnitedHealthcare. This peek behind the curtain...
When a doctor must quit their career for health reasons
Leaving a rewarding career before you’re ready due to worsening health challenges is never easy. When you’ve invested untold time, money and resources into building that career, a career that’s a cornerstone of your identity, the decision can be excruciating -...
The NFL’s shameful history with disabled former players
Damar Hamlin's shocking brush with death on the field during Monday Night Football's contest between the Buffalo Bills and the Cincinnati Bengals has once again brought attention to the welfare of both active and retired players and an utter lack of empathy by the...
Can life insurance be denied?
When you have a life insurance policy, you expect that it should be fairly simple. As long as you’re alive, the insurance company doesn’t have to do anything. When you pass away, they simply cut your family a check for the amount of insurance that you had. Of course,...
Reasons for life insurance claim denials
Many New Jersey residents worry about their spouses, children, and other relatives' well-being. They may take out life insurance policies to help the beneficiaries if a tragic event occurs. However, some issues may lead to denied claims. Why insurers may deny claims...
Why should you read your insurance policy before buying it?
Like anything you are purchasing to protect yourself and your interests, it’s always a good idea to read through your insurance policy carefully before you buy it. While you may have an insurance agent answering questions and telling you that your understanding of...
Helpful tips for filing a long-term care claim
New Jersey residents who decide to purchase a long-term care (LTC) insurance policy are helping to ensure that in the event of advanced age or infirmity, their family members have access to help when they need it most. As you get older, you may need to have assistance...