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It seems to be very common in most cases that (ALJ's) have unprofessional conduct they routinely violated the law and their duties. Systematically refused to follow the law, ignored evidence that supported benefits awards. Maybe more class action lawsuits will bring about a change and force... View More 
answered on Aug 17, 2016
Very few judges are as you say.It's a human system so not everyone will be perfect, but administrative law judges go through rigorous selection and training, in addition to having had to have had a number of years of being a lawyer. Many people don't understand that to get Social Security... View More
he is mentally ill and not taking care of himself.
answered on Aug 16, 2016
Yes, you can. Consult with a probate attorney - you might need to be appointed as a guardian or conservator as well as get a power of attorney.
answered on Aug 13, 2016
You do not have to live in the US in order to collect SS retirement. Many retirees get their SS checks/deposits each month even though they live in another country. Some people retire to whatever country they grew up in while others (e.g. people born and raised in the US) purposely choose to live... View More
What if a family member, son, daughter, grandchild, or friend is living in another is ill and you have to go there ? What if a storm makes the roof leak or you have to fix mold damage ? What if the car won't pass smog and needs 900. worth of done to pass, but you can't afford to buy... View More
answered on Aug 13, 2016
SSI is needs based and has strict asset and income restrictions. It might not be right that a person with SSI cannot save for a "rainy day," but that is how the law is written. You can be completely and totally disabled but if you do not qualify for SSDI and you have too many assets or... View More
I was laid off in 2012. I continued to pay all debts until approx Jan 2016 when I ran out of money (including liquidating all retirement savings). I have been on disability since June 8, 2015. I was granted Social Security benefits - my only source of income - in July 2016. I have no car, no real... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2016
It is better to get out ahead of them. While SSI & SSDI direct deposits are exempt, that will not necessarily prevent a judgment creditor from trying to collect against them and forcing you to explain why they are exempt.
At age 12, I fell flat on my back from a high (supposedly) karate kick in the air. I've had horrible lower back problems since. My mother would take me to massage therapists who always claimed it was a slipped disc. As I got older I made several trips to the ER regarding lower back pain. In... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2016
Check with legal aid/legal services for the county you are in. Homeless services may also help. You need medical assistance so you can get the medical evaluations you need. If there is a vocational rehab department in California they might be able to help.
The Respondent receives SS disability. Please explain. If Respondent dies, his new wife and new children will have to pay what he owed? Is there any law, that allows Court to sanction, condition of future income?
answered on Mar 6, 2016
Yes, the court can sanction you conditioned on your future income. It is inherent in the court's power to sanction parties.
If you die, your wife and children are not responsible for your debts, your estate is responsible for those debts. In a probate of your estate, the creditors of... View More
ITS BEEN WAY TOO LONG IVE BEEN DEEMED DISABLED FOR A LONG TIME NOW
answered on Oct 9, 2015
Social Security cases take a long time. 4 years strikes me as too long, though. If your lawyer won't contact you, fire him and hire another lawyer.
Andy
Ten years ago I was deported. the circuit court of appeas vacated the removal order and this year I was returned to the LPR status I had prior to deportation.
answered on Jun 21, 2015
Seek for advice from an experienced SSA and immigration attorney. Good luck. www.aba-us.com
We don't know if her dad received her social one day..we lost contact with him since she was born
answered on Jun 21, 2015
Seek for advice from an experienced social security and immigration attorney. Good luck. www.aba-us.com
answered on Jun 5, 2015
Have you asked your lawyer why she took this action? Ordinarily, a lawyer would consult with her client first. She may feel that your case is not ready for a hearing because she only just became involved. I urge you to talk with her.
answered on Jun 5, 2015
Every state has a number of offices that decide Social Security disability actions. The first place is your local Field office; the second place that a decision may occur is at the Disability Determination Service of your State, and the third decisionmaker is the Office of Disability Adjudication... View More
In their letter, they stated that I became disabled "under their rules" on YY. This date YY is more than one year after I actually became disabled. How do I find out how they determined this disability start date? Do I have a right to call them and ask about their rules for this... View More
answered on May 9, 2015
Seek for opinions from an experienced social security attorney. Good luck. www.aba-us.com
Can't find Atty to take my case to federal level wrongfully terminated SDI nobody has bothered investigate my allegations
answered on May 5, 2015
If you are still looking for an attorney, Complete contact form at http://aba-us.com/contact/?lang=en with the case history in details. We will determine if we can help. Good luck. www.aba-us.com
I have a birth certificate but my mother got my social security card with my stepfather's name. I have no form of ID but my birth certificate. I don't know my social security number. What do I do to get an ID? What kind of a lawyer do I hire?
answered on May 5, 2015
Immigration attorney if you are not a lawful resident or citizen. Social Security attorney with experience of solving problems. Good luck. www.aba-us.com
I would like to know if I am able to collect benefits? My right has 3 fingers that are not full size; less then half. At times it is hard to even grasp things or use that hand.
answered on Feb 18, 2012
I don't practice in your state but I have practiced SS law in Virginia for 35 years. You did not list your age in your question. If your impairment is confined to one hand, then this would not usually qualify you for Disability by itself. You can still do one-armed work. Check with your state... View More
My final interview was on the 17th of this month, I was told I will get my monthly amount on the first, I am curious how long do I have to wait until I get my award letter and my backpay
answered on Feb 18, 2012
If you are talking about Social Security Disability, then the back benefits depends upon the date you are designated to be disabled. Generally your benefits cannot start until five (5) months after the date you are declared disabled. Also, your benefits cannot go back any further than one year... View More
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