To claim my estate as I'm over 18 and be secured party over the government entity via my birth certificate
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answered on Aug 6, 2023
The process of filing UCC-1 and UCC-3 forms typically pertains to securing interests in personal property, not claiming control over a government entity or asserting rights to an estate in the manner described. It is advisable to consult with an attorney who can provide guidance on legitimate legal... View More 
As soon as I turned 18, I moved out of my parent's house in order to live a happier and healthier life. My parents did not approve of this, and are very disappointed in my choice. Now that the move is over and everything is a little more settled, I've been needing my social security... View More
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answered on Aug 6, 2023
While it might not be practical to sue your parents, you can report the matter to local authorities if necessary, though it may be more expedient to obtain duplicate copies of these documents from the appropriate governmental agencies. Contacting your local Social Security office and Vital Records... View More
Elderly mother signed quit claim deed of 5 acres of land and small 30 year old mobile home, to adult and oldest of 3 total siblings, to protect it from pending lawsuit. The property was all she had in the world & wanted to make sure she could keep,being her only place to live. One sibling... View More
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answered on Jun 29, 2023
If that Daughter also got a power of attorney from the Mother, then she was and is a fiduciary. If so, any and all transfers of principal's property to the attorney in fact are presumptively fraudulent. If no poa, then you will need good evidence of fraud with witnesses, and you probably... View More
My boyfriend is making out his will and wants to will his social security benefits to me should anything happen to him but we aren't legally married
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answered on Jun 6, 2023
No he cannot do this. There are no benefits that he would receive after his death so there is nothing to give to you. After his death his minor children (if he has any) and his legal spouse may be eligible to receive survivor's benefits. There are also benefits that an older legal spouse may... View More
I had a workers Compensation claim settlement, settle in 2015 with a indemnity for social security offset
That social security reversed and base my social Security claim off my entire settlement without attorney fees subtracted from it.
I been drawing SSA since 2021 And they just now doing this.
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answered on May 2, 2023
If you believe that the Social Security Administration (SSA) has made an error in calculating your benefits, you have the right to appeal their decision. You can file an appeal with the SSA within 60 days of receiving notice of their decision.
To do so, you will need to provide... View More
A widow, whose sole income is social security, hired a public adjuster who nolonger wants to work with the attorney they hired. The adjuster is now putting pressure on her to pay him $12,000 or more. Can she file chapter 7 bankruptcy? If so, will it stop him from taking any further action against... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2023
The Bankruptcy Code defines who is eligible to file for Chapter 7, as well as all other forms of Chapter relief. An individual who has not filed for bankruptcy relief and gotten a discharge recently (6 years), and whose income is less than the "median income" for your region is eligible... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2023
If your grandpa has worked in the United States and paid Social Security taxes, he may be eligible for Social Security retirement benefits, regardless of his current immigration status. However, to be eligible for retirement benefits, he must have earned 40 Social Security credits, which is... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2023
Receiving Social Security retirement benefits does not prevent someone from owning or investing in stocks or other securities. Social Security retirement benefits are not means-tested, which means that the amount of benefits someone receives is based on their earnings history and is not affected by... View More
He has always been legal on EAD document until 5 years ago he missed renewal of his EAD as well as an interview for the green card when he moved to a new address and hence he does not have any legal status right now except his green card application is freshly filed by one of his granddaughters who... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2023
If your grandpa has worked in the United States and paid Social Security taxes, he may be eligible for Social Security retirement benefits, regardless of his current immigration status. However, to be eligible for retirement benefits, he must have earned 40 Social Security credits, which is... View More
She came to USA legally 44 years ago and has been receiving social security retirement benefits after reaching full retirement age. She always maintained her legal immigration status and is now permanent resident (Green Card holder) but has not become US citizen as she can't speak English. Now... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2023
If your aunt is a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder) who moves to Guatemala permanently and gives up her Green Card, she may still be able to receive her Social Security retirement benefits while living abroad, as long as she meets certain eligibility requirements.
To be eligible... View More
I keep reading the social security website in the "Blue Book" as they refer to my understanding I do but at what level I don't know I'm a single mother I have been hurt since 2017 it is beyond me my son being able to live and I have no money coming in except child support and... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2023
Read 20 CFR 404.1520. which will give you a general overview of how Social Security evaluates disability. Social Security uses a five-step sequential evaluation process to decide whether or not a person is disabled. The "Blue Book" describes the listing level impairments at step 3. There... View More
when I visited SSA office today are saying if you are not satisfying with our decision go in appeal, could you please help me in this regard.
Thanks
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
If you believe there's an error in your SSDI benefit start date, you can appeal the decision. You should consult with a disability attorney who can assist you with the appeals process, gather the necessary medical evidence, and represent your case effectively to maximize your chances of a... View More
I had a favorable outcome concerning an overpayment that was enter against me and enter on my social security online account That the local social security location is simply engorging they haven't made any attempts to ratify the situation so I'm left with a dilemma of what I can do I... View More
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answered on May 2, 2023
If you have already had a favorable outcome from an administrative judge hearing and Social Security is still showing the overpayment on your account, you should first try to contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) to see if they can rectify the situation. You can contact the SSA by phone... View More
I had a appeals Hearing concerning an overpayment with a ruling of in favor of and social security has done nothing to remove it, its still pending on the on line social security account with a waiver or appeal associated with it .
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answered on May 2, 2023
If you have received a favorable decision from an administrative judge in a Social Security case but the decision has not been implemented, you can take the following steps:
Contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) office that is handling your case and ask them to expedite the... View More
I can’t get a state ID or my drivers permit because they say they can’t prove I’m the same person .. the courts don’t seem to know where I can get the forms to fix this I was hoping you knew where I could get the forms to fix my last name in Georgia please and thankyou
answered on Nov 21, 2021
Use your certified U.S. birth certificate to apply for a corrected Social Security card. Complete form SS-5 - https://www.ssa.gov/forms/ss-5.pdf. You may need additional documents to prove your identity. See https://www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/ss5doc.htm. Make sure you use the name that is on your birth... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2021
Unfortunately you are not able to draw disability benefits based on his work record. The only exception to this is if you are over 50 and a widow. A widow who is over 50 and disabled can draw off of her deceased husband's record if her disability happens within 7 years of his death.
I completed the sentence a year ago. I can't get anyone in the judicial system to provide documentation (origin copy) that I am not in a detention center. I am 65 years old and need the benefit. I don't know what to do.
I have asked prison representatives for the information... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2021
You can provide Social Security a copy of your prison release documents as proof you completed your incarceration. If you do not have the documents, contact the prison's representative to request the documents.
See https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10133.pdf.
hey so first i have read all these questions and i have sou lawyers answers dont leave one like that for me OK.
ok so i am going to court against my mom because she is calling the cops on me saying i am a runaway but i have proof that i was home. she filed an ungovernable on me because i... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2021
Dear friend,
I was unable to identify any specific question that you have. It sounds like your teenage years have been quite difficult. As I don't have the full story, I highly recommend you seek advice from someone local that you can visit with in person and tell them your story.... View More
answered on Nov 26, 2020
No, an inheritance remains separate property, as long as it is kept separate.
My daughter is going to live on her own and works at Publix. She receives SSI. Her income affects her benefit. Her rent will be 675 a month. Will that be deducted from her income she makes?
answered on Nov 13, 2020
No, your daughter's rent is not deducted from the income she makes for SSI purposes.
Since she is living on her own and paying her own rent, Social Security will not reduce her SSI payments for that reason. The rule is that a person's SSI payment is reduced by one-third if the... View More
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