First responders whose careers are cut short by illness now have easier access to workers’ compensation and accidental disability benefits in New Jersey.
Senate president says he'll seek pension and health care changes within six weeks. If progress isn't made, proposed constitutional amendments would follow.
Ursula Cargill had worked for the Department of Education for 11 years when she injured her back trying to get her car out of a snow bank eight years ago.
Survivor benefits account for $650 million a year in pension payments in New Jersey. They're required and not controversial – and sometimes last for decades.