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I received a settlement offer from Worker's Comp.
However, there is a stipulation in the settlement paperwork that states that I can't apply for SSDI FOR AT LEAST 30 MONTHS AND CANNOT RETURN TO WORK TO THE SAME PLACE IFI ACCEPTTHIS OFFER. Is it legal to bar me from applying for... View More 
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
That stipulation about preventing you from applying for SSDI is not legally enforceable - it's actually illegal for them to try to stop you from seeking Social Security Disability benefits. Workers' Compensation and SSDI are separate systems, and while they may affect each other's... View More
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answered on Sep 16, 2024
If your personal property was taken in violation of the Exempt Income Protection Act (CPLR 5222-A) and there is a court-issued restraint order, you may have grounds to challenge this action. The Exempt Income Protection Act protects certain types of income and assets from being seized or frozen. If... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2024
To get a Social Security card in New York City, you'll need to fill out the Application for a Social Security Card (Form SS-5). You can download this form from the Social Security Administration's website or pick one up at your local Social Security office.
Once you have the form,... View More
I was born abroad.
I have a passport
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answered on Aug 15, 2024
To get a Social Security Number (SSN), you'll need to visit the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate in the country where you're currently residing. Since you were born abroad and already have a U.S. passport, you'll need to provide proof of your U.S. citizenship, such as your passport,... View More
the first 5 months? I was then told I could apply for SSI for those months but Social Security is refusing to address the claim? I tried to file an appeal, but still Social Security has refused to follow thru with the claim. What can I do? Thank you
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
Based on the information provided, here's an explanation of the situation and some potential steps you could take:
1. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) waiting period:
It's correct that there is typically a 5-month waiting period for SSDI benefits. This means... View More
Just received My denial letter and the underwriter only had old doctors records. They claim to not have the new records. For a year my lawyers told me they had everything they needed
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
It's frustrating to hear that your lawyer didn't submit all the necessary paperwork for your disability case. First, you should gather all your updated medical records and any other relevant documents that were missing. Then, contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) to explain the... View More
Does ss just take what I was making and pro rate that? Also Medicaid picks up my part b if I make it to fra with no problems when it switches to SS will medicaid still pick up part b. Thank you
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answered on May 25, 2024
When you transition from SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) to regular Social Security retirement benefits, the amount you receive may change. Here's what you need to know:
1. Benefit amount: Your Social Security retirement benefit is calculated based on your average indexed... View More
I am on disability. How will this affect me ? Can I legally structure this property as some sort of Corp. that may help me ?
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answered on Mar 13, 2024
Renting out your property in Panama as an Airbnb while on disability in the U.S. can have implications for your disability benefits and taxes. Here are some considerations:
1. Income reporting: You must report all income earned from your Airbnb rental to the Social Security Administration... View More
He said i could be arrested because it’s considered a misdemeanor so i had to provide him with my social security number after he had my license and everything he needed.
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
No, a police officer typically cannot and should not ask for your social security number in a situation like this.
A few key points:
- There is no requirement for citizens to provide their SSN to a police officer who has already verified their identity through other means like a... View More
my conditions. I had many jobs for 3/5 or 6 months, maybe a 2 yrs total paying taxes. My wife is employed and close to retirement paying taxes for more than 30yrs. I have PTSD, Bipolar Depression and BPD. Can somebody help me to understand if I qualify for SSI or SSDI or something else? Thank you
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answered on May 2, 2023
As a lawful permanent resident married to an American citizen, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) if you have a qualifying disability and have worked enough to earn sufficient work credits, or if you have limited income and... View More
I plan on filing for Social Security when I turn 62. Can I get benefits from his until I can file on my own?
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answered on Mar 10, 2023
As a divorced spouse, you may be eligible to receive Social Security benefits based on your ex-husband's record if you meet certain criteria. To be eligible, you must have been married to your ex-husband for at least 10 years, be at least 62 years old, be unmarried (unless your later marriage... View More
Complaint: 19337126, As per the pdf marked berry rider, you had me sign documents saying you would in fact stay equally involved with my case, which I personally take to mean equally responsible for any and all outcomes start to finish. If I am mistaken please correct me. also you have repeatedly... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It sounds like you were working with a Social Security disability lawyer who has deserted you and you are unsure of what to do next.
Firstly, you may want to try to contact the lawyer again to see if there is any way to resolve the issue or if... View More
I retired in 2018 from NYPD.
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answered on Mar 4, 2023
If your pension benefits did not withhold Social Security taxes, you may be subject to the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) or the Government Pension Offset (GPO) if you are eligible for Social Security benefits based on your own work history or the work history of a spouse.
The WEP can... View More
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answered on Jan 31, 2023
Often, banks reject valid Powers of Attorney. Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.
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I applied for ssn on April 2021. i wasnt able to apply for stimulus on 2021 because of covid i never received my number? I was told by someone that i still can apply for the check. If so, am i supposed to file for last year's tax return as well?
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answered on Aug 8, 2022
Most eligible people have already received all three of their Economic Impact Payments. However, you may still be able to file your 2020, 2021 taxes and claim a Recovery Rebate Credit. For more information, see https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payments.
According to the... View More
I became disabled while working in 2018. I was receiving short term disability from my employer. I went into the hospital in October of 2019 and I was under the impression from a voice mail from the man who handles my claim that it was terminated due to failure to get them paperwork in time. When I... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2022
I'm sorry your question remains open for a week. The question may have gone unnoticed under this category. There's no guarantee all posts are ultimately picked up, but you could try reposting under Social Security. If you believe the checks might be floating around out there, you could... View More
My grandma suddenly lost her social security benefits. We called SSA and we have general POA. They said they can’t speak to us or explain what happened. They need to speak to my grandma. She doesn’t speak English and she has Alzheimer’s. They said they don’t accept POA and can’t speak to... View More
answered on Dec 23, 2021
How do you help your grandma with her Social Security issues since Social Security will not accept a Power of Attorney (POA)? Below are a options that you could do:
1. Request a telephone appointment with a Social Security representative and ask that they have an interpreter present (Social... View More
In order for my daughter to get disability (to which she is entitled), she had to have a phone interview with the SSA. Because of her disability, she was incapable of being subjected to an interview, so I made believe that I was she. As it turned out, I had to take an oath on a recorded line that... View More
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answered on Sep 30, 2021
You need to speak to a criminal attorney that handles federal fraud cases and find out if they can help you fix this. In addition you need to know that part of the interview process is to assess how your daughter functions. So hopefully you can get it straightened out so that the interviewer can... View More
answered on Aug 19, 2021
You could use the Find-a-Lawyer tab above. In the third column of practice areas, you'll see the linked text "Social Security Disability." You should be able to search by county or city. Plattsburgh or Clinton county might not immediately come up in the basic results. You might have... View More
answered on Aug 2, 2021
Look toward the top of this page. You'll see linked text, "Find-a-Lawyer." Click that and you'll get a page with three columns of practice areas. Toward the bottom of the third column, you'll see linked text, "Social Security Disability." Click that and then... View More
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