answered on Sep 20, 2021
Your Social Security benefits can only be garnished for unpaid Federal taxes, delinquent non-tax debts owed to other federal agencies, unpaid child support and alimony, and any court ordered victims restitution. Social Security benefits are protected from garnishment when it comes to private debt ,... Read more »
Which state’s laws have the most jurisdiction in this situation? I know that in Illinois if a 17 year old voluntarily runs away the police will not force them home because It was voluntary, does that apply to this Scenario?
answered on Jul 8, 2021
I am not an Arizona attorney. However, your question raises issues that you will need to consider for your personal safety and survival. It will take you a couple minutes to read, but it may save your life.
1- Be absolutely sure you need to leave home now. If your parents are causing you... Read more »
......impression that they don't as it's unearned income. I'm just wondering if my assumption is correct just in case?
answered on Mar 26, 2021
So there are two Social Security sources of disability income. Need based disability and prior income based disability. If your income is need based disability, (meaning you didn't have enough past work to qualify for income based disability) then any money is part of the calculation whether... Read more »
answered on Jun 30, 2020
Yes, you can receive both. You would have to notify SSA.
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answered on May 28, 2020
For SSI, countable resources are limited to $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple. However, Social Security does not count the home the SSI recepient lives in and the land it is on. Therefore, you could transfer the home to the SSI recipient without affecting benefits if he does not... Read more »
answered on Apr 25, 2020
Yes, her income, including SSDI, will affect your check. The concept is known as "deeming" - as in some of her income will be deemed to you. There are several variables in the calculation, so you'll need to contact SSA for the exact amount. But typically, it will lower your SSI check.
I collect SSI and recently got married, my wife collects SSDI will her payments effect my SSI payments and if so, what is the formula used for calculations?
answered on Apr 25, 2020
Yes, her income, including SSDI, will affect your check. The concept is known as "deeming" - as in some of her income will be deemed to you. There are several variables in the calculation, so you'll need to contact SSA for the exact amount. But typically, it will lower your SSI check.
This concerns someone in prison on SSI. If she was arrested and put in jail on June 19, 2019 and will be released on May 23, 2020, is that considered 12 consectutive months and they would have to refile for SSI and start the process again?
Thank you.
answered on Apr 25, 2020
I don't believe so, because the period of ineligibility starts July 2019, so I only count 11. Having said that, her SSI record will likely go into a terminated status and they'll have to start a new one, but that does not require a new medical decision. This should only involve a... Read more »
I collect SSI and recently got married, my wife collects SSDI will her payments effect my SSI payments and if so, what is the formula used for calculations?
answered on Apr 25, 2020
Yes, her income, including SSDI, will affect your check. The concept is known as "deeming" - as in some of her income will be deemed to you. There are several variables in the calculation, so you'll need to contact SSA for the exact amount. But typically, it will lower your SSI check.
Is this legal? Last year she told me she received $25,000 which she promptly bought her a Cadillac Escalade but just saw her 2019 W2 she was hiding and her backpay was actually more than $49,000 after paying her lawyer and Medicare deduction. She completely kept me in the dark, even though I was... Read more »
answered on Mar 26, 2020
I am not an expert on SSDI and would highly recommend you consult with such an expert before considering any legal action. The back pay, when it was awarded, may have been classified as separate property. The Caddy, however, may be community property particularly if you are both on the title. I am... Read more »
Due to an industrial commission stipulation agreement the state of Arizona's benefits have been denied due to a false interpretation of the disability
answered on Dec 7, 2019
I'm sorry for the impact this injury has had upon your life. You chose categories that make sense for injury/disability. But you mention the Industrial Commission of Arizona. If this involves an injury that occurred in the course of your employment, and you had a workers' compensation... Read more »
Social security left mesg. Wanting to talk to me cause they are investigating this. The want me to call. Im scared.
answered on Nov 1, 2019
The most important piece of advice in this situation is not to speak with the investigators without an attorney present. Do not think you can simply explain the situation or talk your way out of it. That will not happen. Best of luck!
For SSDI until Jan 3
2017. How far is my back pay? Are the rules correct that I can be paid only up to 12 months less the 5 month waiting period??
answered on Jul 8, 2019
The claimant applying for Social Security Title II disability benefits can receive retroactive benefits for up to 12 months from the date of filing for disability. Since the claimant was found to be disabled on April 15, 2016, and he/she did not file until January 3, 2017, the Administration can... Read more »
Not being paid tried getting info about my account only to find outonly she has access to the account and only she can make any changes or access statements what can i do i am now homeless her and my brother just tell me i don't have any money left the only bill thats paid is a 33 dollar... Read more »
answered on Jul 5, 2019
If you have reason to suspect that the payee on your Social Security Disability account is either not giving you sufficient walk-around money to use, or is spending your benefits on things other than your living expenses you should contact the Social Security Administration; there is probably a... Read more »
We have been married for 22 years, am I able to get any alimony from him? He is now 62 years old.
answered on Aug 22, 2018
Your case is very fact based. Arizona used to have guidelines for payment of alimony (now called "spousal maintenance). When those guidelines were in place, and given what facts you have provided, you would have likely have qualified for "lifetime spousal maintenance.
Without... Read more »
answered on Apr 15, 2018
I do not accept clients with United States District Court civil cases. My practice is limited to representation of individuals with Arizona work injury claims
If he decides to continue working after 65, is it possible for me to draw his social security before him. I'm 59 now and he's 58. I don't mind working till I'm 62 or 65 but I have osteoarthritis in my knees and was wondering how much longer I need to work?
answered on Nov 12, 2017
This is the Social Security Administration page for you as a divorced spouse. You may be able to receive benefits before your ex-husband, but there is a reduction if you request them before your full retirement age. You should also look into disability payments for yourself, on your own work... Read more »
I am afraid my benefits will be affected if she works. Thank you.
answered on Feb 23, 2017
Your wife's earned income should have no effect on your early retirement benefits. Your payments are only affected if you work and earn more than the exempt amount, which ranges from $16,920-$44,880 in 2017 (see below)
Benefits Withheld When Earnings Exceed Exempt Amounts
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answered on Dec 21, 2016
The assignment of a payee is within the discretion of the SSA and there probably has to be a good reason to change. The original payee likely will be asked to respond to any concerns or complaints, but the ultimate decision is up to the agency
He withdrew after I rec'd a denial decision from the ALJ hearing. I filed the appeal pro se. I rec'd the remand ltr. March, 2016. Why will no attorney take my case? The ALJ granted my attys motion to withdraw, and by doing so, has left me in a difficult, helpless, position. (reasons... Read more »
answered on Nov 29, 2016
Suggest you look for members of the Arizona Trial Lawyers Assn who take Social Security cases. Is it something about your phone demeanor or lack of willingness to do some legwork yourself? Maybe it's your case? Your prior attorney should give you your medical records. You can ask the state... Read more »
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