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My mom is with holding my ss card and I cannot get it without a photo ID which they were not allowing me to get when I was living with them. Now I’m having a hard to getting what I need to get my license and to get a job
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answered on Oct 22, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this situation. It's important to regain access to your Social Security card to move forward with your plans.
First, you can request a replacement card directly from the Social Security Administration. Visit their website or a local office to... View More 
Two conflicting opinions from US SSA were communicated to me. I need an attorney to help rectify the situation.
Gary
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answered on May 27, 2024
Dear Gary,
I understand that you are seeking legal assistance regarding an issue with your German social security benefits, which seems to have arisen due to conflicting information provided by the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA).
I can offer some general guidance on how... View More
File tax return.I get $1842 month from social security
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
The amount you can withdraw from your 401k without having to file a tax return depends on various factors, including your total income, filing status, and age. Since you receive $1,842 per month from Social Security, this amounts to approximately $22,104 annually.
For the tax year 2023, if... View More
"Disability determination services has completed a medical review of your application. A representative in Baltimore Maryland is now doing a medical review to make sure you still meet non- medical requirements". NOTE: I live and applied in north Carolina
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answered on Sep 28, 2023
This status update indicates that the Disability Determination Services in Baltimore, Maryland, has completed the medical review of your application and is now assessing whether you still meet the non-medical requirements for Social Security benefits. The fact that it's being reviewed in... View More
Can a lawyer to find out the social security number of the deceased to make sure it is the correct one on the death certificate. And if so, how long should it take?
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
Obtaining a Social Security number (SSN) for the deceased and ensuring it matches the information on the death certificate is crucial for various legal and financial matters. The timeline for this process can vary based on factors such as the availability of records and cooperation from relevant... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2023
if you take early Social Security benefits before reaching full retirement age (which varies depending on your birth year), there is an earnings limit that can affect your benefits. In 2021, for example, if you are under full retirement age for the entire year, you could earn up to $18,960 per year... View More
What do i do.because i have 4 years back pay that i havnt ever even touched and she tells me i have very little left in my account and close to running out next month when I pay my rent and power bill
answered on Jan 24, 2023
It is perfectly reasonable for you to ask your representative payee how your money is being spent and how much you have in your bank account. Your representative payee is responsible for using your SSI benefits to pay for your needs including payment for food, shelter, clothes, medical care and... View More
I met a guy online and he's been sending me money for years. We met on an app and became close. He told me later on about being autistic. Now apparently his personal case worker is trying to get me to pay the money back in payments or they are taking legal action against me. Do they have a right to?
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answered on Oct 14, 2022
Unfortunately you haven’t given enough information to know what kind of payments were made or what funds he used to send you the money.
Social Security does not provide case workers to people who receive benefits. Some people who receive benefits have a representative payee that helps... View More
I have been disabled with PTSD for 3 years. The PTSD is from extreme criminal abuse by my former employer, Wells Fargo, and my former hospital, Atrium Health. I turned both in to the US DOJ, who sponsored a cover up + additional criminal abuse of me. The bulk of my healthcare records are from... View More
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answered on Jun 12, 2022
You cannot appeal just the onset date. If you file an appeal to try to get an earlier onset date then you are appealing the entire decision. You may wind up with a final decision that you are not eligible for benefits at all. No matter what disability onset date you are given, you can only receive... View More
Hello! My husband received a WC lump sum settlement of 155,000.It was structured that he will "receive" $119/wk for the next 25 years.(even though he already received it all in one sum) He made around $80k per year when working. If he files and wins his SSDI case, his monthly payment will... View More
answered on May 24, 2022
Social Security Administration will not permit individuals to receive more than 80% of pre-injury monthly gross earnings from combined Workers' Compensation (WC) and Social Security Disability (SSD) payments. This policy was enacted to avoid the situation where injured workers are making more... View More
Im 30 years old. I have multiple mental illnesses and have been struggling with them since I was a child. I have never worked a tax paying job. I want to find care and medication that can really help me but that isn't easy with no money. I've put it off so long because I feel so bad and... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2022
You would be eligible for Supplement Security Insurance (SSI) benefits regardless of work history. The SSI benefit program is based on financial need regardless of work history. The more familiar Disability Insurance Benefits program, commonly called Social Security Disability (SSD), is based on... View More
answered on Nov 23, 2021
Yes. Social Security (SS) law is very complicated and hard to understand, even with a law degree. Most people assume that the treating physician's opinion about your ability to work is sufficient. The law actually requires a more detailed and thoughtful analysis of your doctor's... View More
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answered on Mar 15, 2021
It is not clear what type of hearing you are asking about. Typically the person who is your legal guardian can arrange for representation in a legal matter. If you are asking about getting legal representation for a competency hearing then you will be appointed someone by the Court - just tell them... View More
I am legally declared incompetent and my mother is my legal guardian and payee. We are awaiting a hearing. DSS attorney will be present.
answered on Mar 4, 2021
Legal guardians need to be a responsible adult. If the judge is convinced the person you request is responsible and they have your interests in mind, that change should not be a problem.
I am receiving Social Security retirement benefits. I have a rental property that nets about $4000.00 per year. If I put this property into an LLC (North Carolina), will I have to pay FICA? Will it affect the benefit I currently receive?
answered on Jan 17, 2021
Once you reach full retirement age, there is no limit on how much you can earn and still receive your Social Security retirement benefits without any reduction.
If you began receiving Social Security retirement benefits before your full retirement age, Social Security will deduct $1 in... View More
They have a prenuptial in the making, but not signed yet.
answered on Apr 6, 2020
Your Mom should not lose her Social Security (SS) Retirement due to remarriage. Even if she is drawing Widow's Benefits on her deceased husband's account, her remarriage should not affect her SS retirement since the remarriage is only relevant for marriages before age 60.... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2020
You are not required to hire an attorney to fix the problem but it would be a lot simpler.
She has some medical issues but it is of very sound mind. He physically roughed her up 3 months ago and she went to a local women's shelter. He is stealing all manner of money from her as she is retired and has a good pension. She left home and is living with my friend, her son. Her husband... View More
answered on Dec 22, 2019
She needs a family law/divorce attorney with experience in domestic violence issues, who practices in the county where she lives or where her husband lives.
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answered on Dec 11, 2019
You will need to Request an Appeal at the Appeals Council level and hope that it is remanded back to the local office for re-evaluation.
Until the estate is settled I thought I can't sell my part if the other5 heirs want let me what. Can I do to get my money I need
answered on Jun 30, 2019
Hello,
Feel free to contact me at 919-348-9211 or evan@lohrnc.com. I think I can help you but need more details.
Thank you,
Evan Lohr
Attorney
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