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My Spouse Was A Hard Alcoholic, Hes 30 Years Old, Had Seizure And A Little Liver Problems. He's Also Dealing With Depression And Anxiety. He Takes Seroquel For His Mental Issues. Just Wanting To Know If He Qualifys For Social Security Benefits?
answered on Mar 15, 2018
If your husband is unable to work due to his mental conditions (depression and anxiety) he should apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Social Security considers you to be disabled if 1) You cannot do work that you did before; 2) You cannot adjust to other work because of your... View More 
My uncle is using his checks for personal use. I want to take him under my care but I am unable because they will not release information regarding his heath insurance or disability. I am his next of Kin, what steps can I take action in he is currently 6 hours away.
answered on Jan 4, 2018
If you feel that your father is being financially abused by his brother the first step would be to file a report with adult protective services in your area. You may also want to file a petition for appointment of yourself as conservator of the person and estate of your father. Consult with an... View More
Over the years I have also received aid from the county. I went to court years ago over this and I don't owe the money. The father never asked for or wanted $ thru the county. I have also gotten married and had a son who is now 18. My husband is now disabled and we are broke and homeless. My... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2017
You need to file a claim with the California franchise tax board to receive your money back. Gather your evidence together to show that you were not receiving public aid at the time and that any income you had was your own, and that is what you were using to support yourself. If you were married... View More
My wife passed away in 04,she was collecting social security at the time.I applied for survivors benefits and was denied.Aren'I entitled to at least a portion of what she paid into for 30 years? That was her hard earned money and for the government to keep it.Please advise,I am a retired... View More
answered on May 23, 2017
You are entitled to survivors benefits if your spouse or ex has died. You all need a copy of your spouses death certificate, your marriage certificate, social Security numbers for you and your spouse.
I can't understand why you would possibly be denied survivors benefits unless you... View More
My husband is over his step dad estate an account set up in a bank that still in probate however ssa found it and they stopped by benefits meantime I want a divorce immediately
answered on May 2, 2017
SSA has income and asset guidelines for SSI.
They take into account household income and assets.
If you think they are wrong, you have a right to appeal.
To get a divorce you need to see a divorce lawyer.
The P&R report stated I needed another surgery. At that time had used up all my disability and workers comp money and i got let go not too long after that. I have not been the same since then. Daily activities are harsh on my arm and hand. I have few gaps in employment because I dread the... View More
answered on Apr 4, 2017
you may always file for Social Security Disability benefits, just keep in mind most are denied in the first application AND you need CURRENT Medical Evidence (not your observations, a medical doctor's written observations and diagnosis) to succeed in the Social Security Disability application... View More
answered on Mar 2, 2017
If you are referring to how your Social Security retirement and disability amount is calculated, you can enroll online at:
https://www.ssa.gov/myaccount/
You will be able to see a detailed earnings record and description of how the benefit is calculated and if you disagree with it... View More
I mean if try to work how much money i can make year and not effect my SSA benefits
answered on Feb 13, 2017
All the earnings questions are answered nicely by the Social Security Administration at https://www.ssa.gov/oact/cola/rtea.html .
answered on Mar 2, 2017
SSDI/SSI benefits are generally protected from creditors. There are some exceptions such as money owed to federal government (unpaid taxes) or child support owed.
Here is a link to another response addressing Social Security funds and protection they have from creditors if direct deposit... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2017
See: https://www.ssa.gov/disabilityssi/appeal.html
The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any... View More
The first time I denied her request for an accommodation, she asked to pay rent late because of her limited income, but I denied her because waiting three days would be an undue hardship on me. My son who is one of 4 tenants, feels uncomfortable living with a female roommate, so I asked her to sign... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2017
You may be in violation of federal fair housing laws re: accommodations for disabled tenants.
See: https://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/FHLaws/yourrights
More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2016
No, but if you get your social security payments electronically deposited in to a bank account, it is possible the creditors may levy the account not knowing the money in it is from social security. If that levy happens, it is on you to contest the levy and inform the creditor that the money... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2016
If you are on, no. Arrange for a spend down of the monies. As you approach the limit spend the money on necessary items--rent, electricity, etc.
answered on Sep 2, 2016
possibly, especially if adult was receiving child allotment and not passing it on. Check with legal aid/legal services as usually it's not subject to garnishment.
answered on Aug 24, 2016
Report it to the police, so at a minimum they can find out where the guy bought it from--if he did.
I have parkinsons and i want to spend the last of my life in the philipinas.
answered on Aug 20, 2016
If you are asking whether the SSA will give you a lump sum for future social security disability benefits, I have never heard of them doing such a thing because there is no way to know how much longer you will live. If you are in the process of trying to obtain benefits, you get a lump sum for... View More
he is mentally ill and not taking care of himself.
answered on Aug 16, 2016
Yes, you can. Consult with a probate attorney - you might need to be appointed as a guardian or conservator as well as get a power of attorney.
answered on Aug 13, 2016
You do not have to live in the US in order to collect SS retirement. Many retirees get their SS checks/deposits each month even though they live in another country. Some people retire to whatever country they grew up in while others (e.g. people born and raised in the US) purposely choose to live... View More
It seems to be very common in most cases that (ALJ's) have unprofessional conduct they routinely violated the law and their duties. Systematically refused to follow the law, ignored evidence that supported benefits awards. Maybe more class action lawsuits will bring about a change and force... View More
answered on Aug 17, 2016
Very few judges are as you say.It's a human system so not everyone will be perfect, but administrative law judges go through rigorous selection and training, in addition to having had to have had a number of years of being a lawyer. Many people don't understand that to get Social Security... View More
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