When you can no longer work because of illness or injury, long-term disability (LTD) benefits are supposed to provide financial relief. Yet in New Jersey, many claims are denied on the first try. Building a strong claim requires preparation, persistence, and an...
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) helps people with disabilities pay for basic needs like food and shelter. But many people are surprised when their SSI check is smaller than expected. Here’s why: Social Security looks at all support you receive, not just your...
Who’s at fault in a New Jersey car accident caused by fog, rain, or snow? Most of the time it’s the driver, not the weather. That’s why you keep seeing headlines like “Accidents snarl traffic on Route 42.” If you’ve ever tried to cross from South Jersey into Philly on...
Yes, they can. And they often do for reasons that have nothing to do with your health. The insurance company is not your friend. It's a business designed to collect premiums and limit payouts. You could be a teacher at Central High School or a steelworker in...
Call 911. Get medical care. Then gather what proof you can. Being struck while walking changes everything in a blink. The noise of the city fades. You’re left on the ground wondering how bad it is, who will pay the bills, and if you will ever feel normal again....
Yes. You can qualify for long-term disability benefits for serious mental health conditions if those symptoms keep you from doing your job. Mental health does not clock in and out. It does not care about a 9 a.m. meeting at Liberty Place or a packed ride on SEPTA. If...
You hear "man's best friend" all the time. Dogs bring us joy. But here's the reality, any animal can hurt you. And when they do, the aftermath hits hard. In 2023, New Jersey saw 649 dog bite claims valued at $40.4 million, and that's just for dogs. What about the cat...
Home should be your safe haven. Your apartment building should protect you, not hurt you. But sometimes dangerous conditions turn your residence into a liability nightmare. I'm Eric Shore. I've been fighting for New Jersey tenants' rights for over 30 years. When...
Eric Shore, Disability Attorney – Serving New Jersey for 30+ Years You paid into long-term disability (LTD) insurance. Now you can’t work because of illness or injury, and your insurance company has denied your claim. You’re not alone. In New Jersey, more than 900,000...
One of our clients worked at a medical center. They saw a coworker stealing prescription drugs. They spoke up because patients come first. The medical center did not thank them. It fired them. That is retaliation. In New Jersey, you cannot fire someone for being a...
Got a medical condition that's making work harder? Worried your boss might fire you for asking for help? You're not alone. Every week, we hear from workers across Philadelphia, Reading, Bucks County, and Montgomery County, and from New Jersey towns like...
Your Safety Net Just Said No. Now What? When illness or injury keeps you from working, Long Term Disability insurance should step in. But here in Philadelphia, insurers often deny valid claims. That leaves families without income when they need it most. In fact, more...
I was walking through my neighborhood in Cherry Hill on a regular afternoon when I saw a dog tied up out front. It looked calm. I made the mistake of thinking it was safe to give it a quick pat on the head. It wasn’t. That bite sent me straight to the ER. Years later...
August 29, 2025 -- Law Offices of Eric A. Shore PC is pleased to announce that 2 lawyers have been included in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded...
If you are hit by a car in New Jersey, your first step is to call 911 and get medical care right away. Even injuries that seem minor can become serious later. Many victims are treated at trauma centers such as Cooper University Hospital in Camden or RWJ University...
