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answered on Feb 22, 2024
To check the specifics of your MED9 form in Colorado, which is related to your disability due to prior cancer, you should start by contacting the Colorado Department of Human Services or the specific agency that manages disability benefits in your area. They can provide guidance on accessing your... View More 
My friend has been trying to receive disability payments from the Idaho government for over 4 years now and they have refused to five way despite major surgery and genetic health issues. She has attempted and opened a lawsuit against the state, but has been barred from recognition and has been... View More
answered on Aug 15, 2022
Attorneys in Idaho and Colorado could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Your friend should consider a consult with an attorney (or attorneys) familiar with the disability systems in Colorado and Idaho before taking any serious measures, such as dropping the Idaho lawsuit... View More
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answered on Jul 25, 2020
It depends on the nature of the guardianship and what it provides for. Usually those past the age of 18 do not have guardians.
Landlord would not downsize me to a one bedroom. My section 8 voucher was lowered from a two bedroom and I couldn't afford it and I fell behind in rent . furthermore, the contract states I must vacate after paying incorrectly charged costs 28 days they want $1500 and no money to move with and... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2019
You can file a motion for reconsideration or request the court to reject your stipulated settlement agreement.
answered on May 7, 2017
This is largely defined by the lease agreement. Section 8 (or a normal lease) generally prevent long-term occupancy by parties not listed on the lease agreement. The term is defined by the lease agreement. For most agreements, this is usually a month or less. That said, a lot is determined by the... View More
Proposed termination of my section 8 housing voucher weighed heavily upon allegations and arrest record as the result of allegations made by police departnent for basis and grounds to terminate per PHA's policy regarding criminal drug activity. Per legal aid notification made to PHA prior to... View More
answered on Nov 3, 2016
It depends on the nature of the Section 8 termination hearing. If it was solely based on a criminal charge, the dismissal should bar a termination based on criminal conduct. If the termination had other claims unrelated to the criminal charges, the dismissal may not impact these grounds for a... View More
Housing authority sent proposed termination of my section 8 housing voucher. I requested an informal hearing and explained I was seeking legal council through legal aid who later notified me unable to represent me because the factual basis for termination are reault of a active open criminal... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2016
I am not familiar with all the specific of HUD regulations, but as a general rule for most agency office reviews, lawyers for the agency are not involved. A lawyer for the agency will only be present if the office appealing party notifies that they will retain a lawyer (as you correctly did). Since... View More
He has never paid or paid as little as he could get by with for years and has amassed quite an arrearage as a result. I would go 2 to 3 months without a payment and was told they could not do anything unless he missed more than a month. Which he often did and I would just call and soon after I... View More
answered on Mar 12, 2016
It is common practice for the government to take priority for TANF payments when back child support is paid. If you feel this was an error and/or you want to pursue civil collections against your ex I suggest that you hire a lawyer. There are also some pro bono resources which may be available:... View More
My Dad Passed away over 30 years ago. My Mom was entitled to partial of my dads social income as well of his VA.In the mix I have two older brothers that receive benefits from Social Security and SSI . Now that Mom Passed this year my two older brothers benefits have been reduced .My question is... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2016
You can hire a lawyer (which is easier), but you can also see if you can resolve yourself. You will likely need to be present with your brothers for your office visit. See if you can schedule an appointment at your local SS office (expect this not to work). If you cannot schedule an appointment,... View More
THE FAMILY IS TOLD THAT THEY NEEDED TO PAY IT BACK AND THE FAMILY IS NOT SURE WHAT TO DO WITH IT
answered on Jan 6, 2016
Is this currently in probate? If it is, the personal representative may want to contact a lawyer to review options for returning the check. If the estate is not currently in probate, I would recommend that the family (ideally the likely personal representative included) make an appointment with... View More
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