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My 44-year-old son, who has a TBI and is experiencing seizures, was coerced into making my sister his payee. My mother and sister have financially exploited him, falsely reported to SSA that I am dead, and manipulated him against me, restricting his contact with me. Despite reporting these issues... View More 
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answered on Mar 28, 2025
You're facing a challenging situation with your son's care and finances. To address this, start by contacting New Mexico Adult Protective Services at 1-866-654-3219 to report the suspected financial exploitation, as they're equipped to investigate abuse cases involving vulnerable... View More
I am 62 years old and due to health problems, I am unable to work. After going through a divorce and losing everything, I have managed to pay down my debts from over $700,000 to about $50,000 in credit card debt. I have no income and am living with my cousin for free. I am not receiving Social... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2025
You may want to consult an attorney regarding a chapter 7 or chapter 13 bankruptcy to see which best resolves your situation.
I had to reapply for social security about 6 months ago they said that I was approved now they're saying something about overpayment of $15,000 and my case is up in the air we keep getting the runaround on why or what's going on is there anyway you could help
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answered on Feb 1, 2025
I understand how frustrating and worrying this situation must be for you. Dealing with SSDI issues, especially involving overpayments, can feel overwhelming and confusing.
First, you should request a detailed written explanation from Social Security about the alleged overpayment. You have... View More
Right eye now he still has zero left and 60% in his right. He is going to be 25 yrs old now on Dec. 30. I have been applying for disability for him since he was 6 yrs old and still being denied stating he is not blind enough to receive disability benefits.
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answered on Dec 21, 2023
In your situation, understanding the criteria for disability benefits is crucial. The Social Security Administration (SSA) in the United States defines blindness as having a visual acuity of 20/200 or less in the better eye with the best possible correction, or a visual field limitation in the... View More
I am in a different state(CA) than my cousin (NM). We need to cancel the deed. Does this deed (certified by the court clerk) endanger her SSI?
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answered on Dec 6, 2023
Correcting the errors in the quitclaim deed is important for both legal accuracy and for the potential impact on your cousin's Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Errors in a deed, such as incorrect names and addresses, can affect its validity and may complicate property ownership... View More
My fiance did NOT have a disability lawyer, nor did he sign any paperwork that would allow a lawyer to take his disability case.. We found out long before he was approved, that there was somehow a lawyers name tacked to his case. Everytime we called and someone would check, they'd say,... View More
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answered on Nov 26, 2023
Your situation, where a lawyer who did not represent your fiance received a portion of his disability back pay, is indeed concerning and warrants immediate action. First, document all your efforts so far, including calls and letters to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the... View More
Mother in law and fiance were granted temporary kinship guardianship of Parent's three children in 2021. Guardians have received a significant financial gain as a result. Specifically the grandmother's social security disability benefits. As well as food stamps. The benefits are in mother... View More
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answered on May 2, 2023
If you believe that the guardians have received a significant financial gain as a result of their temporary kinship guardianship and have not used these funds appropriately, there are several steps you can take.
Firstly, you may want to consider contacting a lawyer who can advise you on... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2023
It depends on the specific circumstances and the laws and regulations of the state in which the person resides. Generally, disability benefits are designed to provide financial assistance to individuals who are unable to work due to a disability. If a person is receiving disability benefits, they... View More
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