Other Disability Benefits

New York State Retirement Disability Benefits: Basic Facts and Practical Advice

If you worked in the public sector (e.g., public school district or state, county, city or town government) at the time you became disabled, you might be able to collect disability pension benefits from one of the eight retirement systems in the State of New York.  Three are statewide pension systems (Teachers; Police & Fire; State & Local Government workers).

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Disability Benefits: Advice for Union Leaders

INTRODUCTION

Union members are living and working longer than ever before. Many will sustain a permanent or partial disability at some time during their lives. Some will look to their union leaders for assistance. This outline provides basic information about selected disability benefit programs.

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Disability Benefit Opportunities for Clients

Practical Advice for Attorneys Representing the Disabled Client

INTRODUCTION

Our clients are living and working longer than ever before. Many will sustain a permanent or partial disability at some time during their lives. Some will look to us for assistance. This outline provides basic information about selected disability benefit programs.

 

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Off-The-Job Illnesses & Injuries Ten Things Union Members And Officials Need To Know

Most union members and officials know about the benefits available to an employee who sustains an "on-the-job" injury. Far fewer know about the benefits available to an employee who sustains an "off-the-job" illness or injury.

 

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