By Peter Casciano, Esq. On May 12, 2022, the “Employee Retiree Access to Justice Act” was introduced in both chambers of Congress. If enacted, the new bill would have significant implications for Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability claimants who are denied...
By Peter Casciano, Esq. Over the years, I have seen ERISA Disability Insurance claimants inadvertently make costly mistakes when they are denied their Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability benefits. Here are seven strategies for you to consider if a...
By Peter Casciano, Esq. If you are thinking about applying for a Long-Term Disability Insurance claim, it is helpful to know what type of insurance you have. In general, there are two types of Long-Term Disability Insurance: ERISA disability insurance and individual...
By: Peter Casciano, Esq. Email: pcascaiano@a-f.net Am I covered under ERISA or must I file my claim in State court? The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) sets standards for “welfare benefit plans” set up by private employers. If you have...
Thanks to the efforts of numerous individuals Maryland House Bill 1085, became law this year and went into effect on October 1, 2011. I want to give special recognition to our State Insurance Commissioner, Therese Goldsmith, AARP, MAJ (Maryland Association for...
