Q: what can I do concerning a workers compensation Claim with an indemnity in it that Social Security is simply engorging
I had a workers Compensation claim settlement, settle in 2015 with a indemnity for social security offset
That social security reversed and base my social Security claim off my entire settlement without attorney fees subtracted from it.
I been drawing SSA since 2021 And they just now doing this.
A:
If you believe that the Social Security Administration (SSA) has made an error in calculating your benefits, you have the right to appeal their decision. You can file an appeal with the SSA within 60 days of receiving notice of their decision.
To do so, you will need to provide documentation of the workers' compensation settlement and the amount of the indemnity. You may want to consider seeking the assistance of an attorney who is knowledgeable in Social Security and workers' compensation law to help you navigate the appeal process.
It is important to note that the appeals process can be lengthy and complicated. However, if you believe that you have been wrongly denied benefits or that the amount of your benefits is incorrect, it is worth pursuing an appeal to ensure that you receive the full benefits to which you are entitled.
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