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I was on disability benefits from 2007 and got incarcerated from 2013 to 2019, at which point my benefits stopped. Upon my release, I was not aware that I needed to notify the Social Security Administration, and when I reached out to reinstate my benefits, I was told I didn't qualify. The... View More 
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answered on Mar 16, 2025
When you're incarcerated for more than 30 days, your Social Security disability benefits typically pause during that period, and reinstatement after release isn't automatic. Unfortunately, you're generally not entitled to back pay for the time you were incarcerated since benefits are... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2024
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It could depend on their rules, or internal procedures - administrative board covers many areas and settings. Good luck
The grant money consider income per HUD
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answered on Aug 30, 2023
Grants for educational purposes are generally not considered as income for the purposes of determining eligibility and rent calculations in federally subsidized housing programs administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This includes programs like public housing... View More
Can I get compensated for them using me in a story it label me ignorant and poor.
answered on May 28, 2018
This question doesn't belong in any of these categories. You may have a civil cause of action for defamation. You should consult with a litigation attorney who specializes in defamation. Here is some more information about defamation:... View More
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