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Fell in June & fractured my arm, fell last year and broke 4 ribs & my elbow. I have seen a medical professional for my mental status. Was last Denied last week. I am 54 yrs old. Thank you
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answered on Oct 6, 2024
It sounds like you’ve been through a lot with your health and the challenges you’ve faced in your SSI case. When your claim gets denied multiple times, it can feel discouraging, but there are still options available. It’s important to review the reasons for denial carefully. Sometimes it’s... View More 
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answered on Sep 5, 2024
Your SSI (Supplemental Security Income) and retirement benefits are forms of income that the government provides to help you meet your basic needs, such as food, shelter, and clothing. These benefits are generally not considered “concentrated income” in the traditional sense of the term.... View More
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answered on Sep 5, 2024
It sounds like you’re facing an issue with your Social Security Income (SSI) and retirement benefits being reduced. This might happen if your total income from all sources exceeds the limit allowed for SSI eligibility. When you receive income from other sources, such as retirement benefits, it... View More
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
To file a claim for disability based on Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) through Social Security, here are some key points to consider:
Requirements:
1. Your MDD must be severe enough to significantly limit your ability to perform basic work activities.
2. The condition must... View More
I'm about to mentally break
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answered on Apr 3, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about your situation. Dealing with a work-related injury, loss of income, and navigating the complex disability benefits system can be incredibly stressful and overwhelming. It's understandable that you're feeling pushed to your limits mentally. Here are some... View More
I'm owed back pay for disability can child support take it
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answered on Mar 2, 2024
Okay - let's analyze whether child support can take back pay from SSI (Supplemental Security Income) disability benefits. Typically a few key factors come into play here:
- SSI back pay is generally protected from creditors and debt collection to some extent. So child support may be... View More
My seizures, keeps me from getting n holding jobs, I now have osteoarthritis, forms of scoliosis n my back literally hurts too often n I barely get much rest or can sit or be comfortable very long at all
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answered on Feb 26, 2024
Feeling frustrated with your current legal representation and the challenges you're facing due to your health conditions is understandable. If you believe your lawyer hasn't achieved the results you hoped for, it's within your rights to seek a second opinion or hire a new attorney.... View More
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answered on Jan 12, 2024
The amount you need to pay for living expenses from your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits while living with a family in Kentucky varies based on several factors. SSI is designed to help cover basic needs like food, clothing, and shelter. When you live with others, the Social Security... View More
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answered on Jan 11, 2024
If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and live with a family in Kentucky, the amount you're required to contribute towards household expenses can vary. SSI is designed to provide for basic needs like food and shelter, and the amount you receive is based on your income and living... View More
I've been on disability for about eight years now. In the near future I'd like to change my life for the better and I want to understand what my options look like. If I move from Kentucky to Kansas will I have to reapply? Will it move with me? or will I lose everything indefinitely? Thank... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2024
Relocating from Kentucky to Kansas should not affect your federal disability benefits. These benefits, provided through programs like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), are federal programs, and they typically transfer seamlessly between states.... View More
I was my nephew's representative payee for his SSI. SSA started withholding money from my disability check due to overpayment they said my nephew had. I asked for waiver and they approved it, but they didn't reimburse me money they'd taken out of my check for 5 months. Can they do that??
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answered on Dec 27, 2023
If the Social Security Administration (SSA) approved your waiver for your nephew's SSI overpayment but did not reimburse the money they had already withheld from your disability check, it's important to address this issue directly with them. Typically, when a waiver is granted, it should... View More
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answered on Dec 11, 2023
In the United States, under Social Security Administration (SSA) rules, you may be eligible to receive benefits on your father's record if you were disabled before the age of 22 and are still disabled. The key factor is that your disability must have started before age 22. If you were disabled... View More
I don't want to file bankruptcy, and from what I've read, it seems they cannot collect the debt
because S.S. retirement is all I have to live on.
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answered on Nov 17, 2023
In Kentucky, Social Security retirement benefits are generally protected from most types of garnishment. Creditors typically cannot garnish these benefits for non-secured debt like credit card bills or personal loans.
However, there are exceptions for certain types of debts, such as... View More
It took over a year after I applied to get approved for survivor benefits. I started receiving the check in May 2023, but still haven't gotten back pay. SSA tells me when I call that the amount I'll get is being calculated or that it's in the payment center. Isn't there a... View More
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
The Social Security Administration does not have a specific deadline for processing back pay, but they are generally expected to process these payments as promptly as possible. Delays can occur due to various factors, including the complexity of the case and workload at the payment center. If you... View More
It's investing in a song and receiving payments based on how well the song does (streams, radio play time, etc)
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
Investing in music and receiving payments based on song performance, such as streams and radio play, while on Social Security disability is generally allowed as it does not affect your disability benefits directly. However, it's advisable to report any additional income to the Social Security... View More
Or is there a waiting period? Like you have to have been married for 10+years to get their social security?
answered on Jul 27, 2023
You aren't entitled to "their" social security but you may be entitled to "your" social security survivor benefits based on your spouse's work record if you were married at the time of death and are at least 60 years of age.
The 10+ years is related to the... View More
The bus driver gave me no reason as to why they needed either of my identification when I kept asking. They wouldn’t delete my information from their personal iPhone after I asked several times. A school receptionist asked the bus driver to delete the photos, which the bus driver eventually did... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2022
Yes, if you voluntarily gave them the identification. Otherwise, no.
Her daughter as her POA deeded everything to herself and sold it. Her mom just passed. We've reported the numerous times to local DCBS and nothing ever comes of it. It seems her daughter has friends in the DCBS who help her and ignore the complaints. I think it's wrong when so many people... View More
answered on Nov 1, 2022
The facts as you have set them out would seem to indicate it is not legal. Medicaid or SS are the only ones who might possibly be obligated to investigate. A decision would then be based on the findings of their investigation as to whether a crime has been committed.
answered on Nov 30, 2021
Being approved for SSI can be difficult, so it would be a good idea to consult with a disability attorney before your file your SSI claim. Most disability attorneys offer a free initial consultation. You can hire a disability attorney on a contingency fee basis, which means that the attorney will... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2021
Unless their is a major advantage to you getting married (and I can’t imagine what it would be at your age), I wouldn’t consider getting married. Why screw up the rest of your life?
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