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I work for a federal government agency (Org A), while representing and employed through Org A, I assisted a separate federal government agency (Org B) on a project. For my contributions upon completion of the project, Org B gave me a small monetary award. After a long 2-year HR process between Org... View More 
answered on Jan 7, 2018
I'm very sorry that this happened. You should understand, though, that no matter how jarring or tortious an act may be that certain strict time limits apply. I believe that your factual scenario may touch upon two areas of the law - the first is state tort law and the second is federal... View More
I turn 70 in March of 2018. I've been told that the amount will increase then. I would like to know the new amount to expect, so I can better plan.
answered on Nov 1, 2017
It is my understanding if you "delay" taking benefits until age 70 then you receive higher benefits. However, this does not appear to be your case since you did not "delay" taking benefits. You should of course check with your Social Security Office to make sure nothing higher... View More
I've been denied 3 times now and need help.
answered on Sep 26, 2017
Your application for SSI or welfare disability is dependent on your age, your past work, your education and skills, your impairments, and the medical care you receive. Generally, if you are under age 50, you have to show you cannot do "any" job in the economy. You have to show you cannot... View More
If I qualify
answered on Jul 31, 2017
If you have a disability that precludes you from any gainful work based on your age, past work experience, and education then yes you can apply.
answered on Mar 17, 2017
You did not say your age. However, it can be a struggle to get Social Security Disability. So if you can I would advise working as long as you can.
answered on Aug 22, 2016
Generally speaking, social security is offset by your child support payments. Talk with a Family Law attorney for more information.
If he should die, would my daughter be entitled to survivor's benefits?They have 3 daughters the eldest is 16 and the youngest 2 and a half.
answered on Mar 15, 2017
If he has Social Security Disability, then there would be survivorship benefits for the children. If he has Supplemental Security Income (SSI), there is no survivorship benefits because SSI is welfare disability.
I am not working now
answered on Aug 17, 2016
First you can have an account--it just can't have more than $2500 in it. Best bet is to see if you can work out a "spend down"
but first check with legal aid/legal services to see if under your facts you can ask for a "waiver" of the condition of having a bank... View More
She wanted to protect the property. Her and her husband are getting divorced and he's trying to use my home to fund her hense fund himself. He has given "far" over to his kids. I want to quit claim it to me before he gets his claws out. I've also been morbidly abused by him and... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2016
you really need to see an attorney as it's complicated because you put it in mom's name. Yes, she can sign it back to you.
But there are things that need to be done to protect you and her. Unfrotunately, these things --title transfers, etc.--cost money.
I received a $900 check from a restitution payment that was owed to me 17 years ago. I used that money to purchase a car. The transmission went out on the car I had when I started receiving my SSI. I have the receipts to show that I purchased the car with the check. and papers proving what happened... View More
answered on Jun 24, 2016
SSI is welfare disability. If you have "income" from other sources, then it normally must be reported. You are right. You are allowed to have one car. If you have further questions, you may want to contact legal aid in your area.
I have sent information to the appeals council,an they said no review i had a lawyer but he doesnt do civil action,I NEED HELP i have new evidence for my case i need to proceed,Thank's for any Help
answered on May 28, 2012
If you have lost your claim before the Judge, then the right thing to do was to appeal to the Appeals Council. If the Appeals Council denies your claim, the next step is to file an appeal in the US District Court. It appears you are at that stage. If you cannot get an attorney to take the appeal... View More
He hasn't stayed in touch with me and when the SSDI people call his office for information regarding my case, he tells them to call me directly! I always get the answering service when I call his office and haven't spoke directly with him since June 2009...always have to speak to his... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2011
Dear Sir or Madam:
Of course you “can” fire your SSDI attorney, however, generally the question is really “should” you fire your representative. I often field calls from potential clients wanting to fire their SSDI attorney and hire me. What I generally find is that they are... View More
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