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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Social Security for Indiana on
Q: Can a brother or sister determine how another sister leads their lif such as pay their bills?
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answered on Dec 11, 2024

Generally, siblings don't have the legal right to control how their brother or sister manages their life or finances unless specific legal arrangements are in place.

If you're concerned about your sibling's ability to handle their own affairs, they would need to grant...
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1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law, Public Benefits and Social Security for Indiana on
Q: I'm being denied an itemized summary of the services & fees from which I'm being charged. Denying any acess.

Im a recipient of the Indiana A&D Waiver & am aware the Provider is making fraudulent claims for services not being provided. I'm unable to get the Assisted Living facility nor the Fssa Office who are compensated to oversee & case manage these concerns, neither providers will... View More

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answered on Sep 13, 2024

It sounds like you’re facing a frustrating situation with your provider and the lack of transparency around the charges and services. You have every right to understand what you’re being billed for, especially when you suspect fraud. Providers and case managers are supposed to be accountable... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: Can my adult my autistic son get disability/SSI if he is working part time? He doesn't make enough to pay his bills.

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We have a 27 year autistic son who also suffers from severe anxiety, depression, and asthma. We have applied for and been denied disability benefits a few times now. He is receiving the state health insurance and they require that we keep applying for disability. The Arc of Indiana... View More

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answered on May 17, 2024

Yes, it is possible for your adult autistic son to receive disability benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) even if he is working part-time, as long as his income and resources are within the eligibility limits set by the Social Security Administration (SSA).

Here are a few...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Social Security for Indiana on
Q: If your a victim of identity theft fraud from a child up to an adult on social security

Also identity theft and insurance policy was mine

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answered on Feb 22, 2024

If you've been a victim of identity theft from childhood into adulthood, including fraud involving Social Security and insurance policies, it's crucial to take immediate action. Start by reporting the identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) through their website,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Social Security and Tax Law for Indiana on
Q: For a single person on disability, would they be able to claim a child on taxes and get more than what they put in?

Going through a divorce and wondering if the amount could change for someone on disability if they claimed 1 vs 3 kids on their tax return.

How is this split best handled when custody is split evenly?

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answered on Jan 7, 2024

For a single person on disability, the ability to claim a child on taxes and potentially receive more in tax benefits than what they put in depends on several factors. These include their income level, the amount of Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) they... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: Can a Social Security Supervisor change the order of a Judge who gave you a partial favor an have you do new application

In 2018 when I try to get my SSDI because of and error in 2003. I was told if I continue my SSI I was award that if I lose my case I would have to pay it all back so I had it terminated I received a fully favorable so I assumed I would received my SSDI instead I was award back pay which went back... View More

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answered on Dec 26, 2023

A Social Security Administration (SSA) supervisor does not have the authority to override or change the order of a judge. Once a judge has made a decision in your case, that decision stands unless it's appealed and overturned by a higher authority. If the judge made a decision regarding your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: Can you draw disability in some form if you have a disability that prevents working 40 hrs each week, using FMLA?

I have Lumbar Spondylisthesis, Thoracic Spine Pain and Thoracic Spondylosis. I suffer from a lot of back spasms, through pain that travels from my spine to my stomach causing intense nausea which makes me curl up and instantly puts me out of work any day. It's increased in severity over the... View More

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answered on Nov 7, 2023

If you are unable to work a standard 40-hour workweek due to a disability, you may be eligible for disability benefits through Social Security. The Social Security Administration considers whether a person has a medical condition that significantly limits their ability to perform basic work... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: If my wife receives SSDI and withdrawals from 401k will she lose her benefits

Do we need to report the withdrawal to SSDI

Susan Michele Schaefer
Susan Michele Schaefer
answered on May 14, 2022

No, your wife would not lose her SSDI benefits if she withdraws from her 401k retirement. Since individual retirement plans have no effect on SSDI eligibility, your wife would not have to report 401k withdrawals to Social Security. She would report things such as her new address if she moves or a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: I applied for social security disability due to medical issues.

I got denied so I did the appeal,and still got denied. Nothing has gotten better or changed. I really help

Susan Michele Schaefer
Susan Michele Schaefer
answered on Oct 9, 2021

It is not uncommon to be denied Social Security disability at the initial and reconsideration levels. Continue to appeal your claim. You will be able to provide testimony to an Administrative Law Judge at the third level of appeal. Meanwhile, it is important that you have all of your medical... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: When I got a divorce, one of the agreements threw court was that I wouldn't have to pay child support.

I got divorced 8 years ago. We both got joint custody. She however is the custodial parent. I haven't seen my son for at least 6 7 years now. My ex moved with my son and stopped contacting me. I don't know where they live now. He will be 18 soon. I remarried and have 2 other children.... View More

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answered on Jul 20, 2021

You posted this question in another state and as was explained there, the order to pay or not pay child support under state law has no bearing on this federal benefits program. All of your biological children are eligible for benefits until they turn 18 or until 19 if they are still in high school... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: I got divorced 8 years ago. My ex wife is the custodial parent of my son. I wasn't court ordered to pay child support.

I just got approved for ssdi. I'm remarried with 2 other children in my home. Their benefits are on hold until my ex wife is found and notified that my son that lives with her...may be able to receive benefits threw me. It's making it rough because I can barely support my wife and... View More

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answered on Jul 20, 2021

All of your minor children are eligible me for benefits if your individual payment is below the family maximum payment. The difference between your payment and the family max can be up to 1/2 of your payment. Whatever that amount is will be split equally between your children. It does not reduce... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: I get ssdi benefits for myself. I have a disabled 6 year old son in my home. Should I apply for ssi for him separately?
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answered on Jul 19, 2021

You can apply for SSI benefits if your household is financially eligible. You should also file for dependent (sometimes called auxiliary) benefits for him. Those benefits are available if your payment is high enough and are based on your receipt of SSDI. There is no requirement that a minor child... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: Is SSDI considered income? IRS says it is a benefit that I earned because my work history
John Foss
John Foss
answered on Mar 11, 2021

It is considered income, but it is, generally, not taxable. However, it may become taxable if your household income rises above the established thresholds.

https://www.irs.gov/faqs/social-security-income/regular-disability-benefits/regular-disability-benefits

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Social Security and Family Law for Indiana on
Q: If i where to get married, and then in the future need to go on disability (due to health) would i be able to get ssdi

My partner may also have to get on it but we want to get married. Neither of us are currently on it . We live in Indiana but may move to Michigan or Wisconsin

Susan Michele Schaefer
Susan Michele Schaefer
answered on Nov 15, 2020

Marriage does not affect SSDI. To be able to get SSDI, you would have to have worked long enough and recently enough to be fully insured. In most cases, you must have earned at least 20 credits during the last 10 years. You earn work credits and become insured for Social Security retirement, SSDI... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: I have tried to get into my S.S. account, I have been to the office a lot. They send me home with a temp password, don't

help at all. When I sign in it says my information is not correct. I know my info. I have ask them to go into my account and see what is wrong. they won't do it. Today I posted on their page I was FED UP. So they gave me a number for help, I called and was on hold forever so I hung up. What... View More

Kenneth Prigmore
Kenneth Prigmore
answered on Oct 21, 2020

When you talk to people at SSA, you will find they have a wide variety of knowledge and motivation to help citizens. Don't let one person there make you think they can't help you. Some just answer the phone and have no answers. Others seem to be on a mission to helping as many people as... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: Will returning to my maiden name affect my death benefits?

I've been widowed since 2009 and receive death benefits. I've never remarried and would now like to return to my maiden name. Will legally going back to my maiden name change my death benefits?

Susan Michele Schaefer
Susan Michele Schaefer
answered on Sep 24, 2020

No, changing your name to your maiden name will not affect Social Security survivor benefits you are receiving since you are not changing your marital status. Once you have your name legally changed, you need to inform Social Security and show them the court order of the name change. To report a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: is the year one retires if it is a high 35th, year used for pia?

i retired in june 2019 at that time my earnings for 2019 was one of my highest years, should this year be used for my PIA?

Susan Michele Schaefer
Susan Michele Schaefer
answered on Apr 16, 2020

The Social Security Administration (SSA) calculates your average indexed monthly earnings (AIME) during the 35 years in which you earned the most. SSA then applies a formula to the AIME to arrive at your basic Social Security retirement benefit, or primary insurance amount (PIA). Your PIA is how... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: Letter from Pulmonologist says i cant work. Should that be good enough for the judge in my disability hearing coming up
Lakeyta Brown
Lakeyta Brown
answered on Jan 6, 2020

A generalized letter that just states you cannot work is insufficient for a Judge to grant your claim. Ssa defines disability essentially as a medical condition that despite treatment by a doctor precludes the person/patient from working any job in the United States. Therefore, a doctor would also... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Social Security for Indiana on
Q: What does the judges consider when going into disability hearing for my child

I'm trying to get ready for my daughter's hearing at the end of the month in January for disability but I don't know what to look for or what the judge is going to consider

Lakeyta Brown
Lakeyta Brown
answered on Jan 6, 2020

I strongly urge you to seek the help of a SSA Attorney. Attorneys who handle Ssa Disability claims for adults and children who are applicants on “initial claims” (that means people who have not received benefits and are appealing to try to get them BUT NOT people who were getting benefits and... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: what does waiting on ALJ for draft instructions mean
Betsy Walits
Betsy Walits
answered on Apr 18, 2019

I don’t know where you are getting the language from but the ALJ is the Administrative Law Judge. So it’s in the pipeline waiting for the Judge to write something,

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