Updates: PERS Revised Disability Retirement & Reevaluation Required Documents for Local Safety By: John A. Ferrone, Esq. – Attorney with Ferrone Law Group The Industrial Disability Retirement (IDR) process is complicated for safety members. To qualify for an...
You’ve probably heard the term ‘workers’ compensation’ many times in your working life, and no doubt you’ve been paying into it for several years. But do you know how it works? We’ll explain the basic steps any employee goes through in a...
If someone asked you, “What is your most valuable asset?” you’d probably immediately think of material possessions that are paid off, whether they hold their value or not. You might say a newer vehicle or a modest vacation cabin you inherited from your grandfather...
Have you noticed the literal bombardment of medicare commercials that pop up on the television toward the end of each year? If you’re over 50, you’re probably taking notice, and that’s because you know that you’re closer to retirement than you are to the beginning of...
The types of disability benefits offered by employers typically fall into one of two categories: long term (LTD) and short term (STD). In this FAQ, the difference between the two categories, as well as some other key details are covered so that you know where to begin...
Once a family member’s health status begins to decline, it can be difficult for them to remain feeling dignified and independent when they are unable to live the life they once lived and need assistance doing daily life activities. There are ways that loving family...
