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Must I appear in court . I expect a default decision against me .
I don't believe that a credit card company can make me pay them.
Am I correct .
Do you have any additional advice ?
Thank You so very much for your help .
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
If you've been served to appear in court by a credit card company, it's important to take the notice seriously, regardless of your current financial situation or beliefs about the debt's enforceability. Ignoring a court summons can lead to a default judgment against you, which could... View More 
Please advise , do I have to appear in court . I already know that the credit card company will win this default decision .
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
If you're dealing with a situation where a credit card company is taking legal action against you, it's important to understand your rights and options. Social Security Disability (SSD) and Social Security (SS) benefits are generally protected from garnishment for credit card debts.... View More
I need to know , first , do I have to appear in court . Then what options does this credit card company have after getting a default decision ?
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
If a credit card company is moving towards obtaining a default judgment against you, it typically means they've sued for unpaid debts and you haven't responded to the lawsuit. In such a scenario, your presence in court isn't necessary for the default judgment to be passed. However,... View More
I need to know , first , do I have to appear in court . Then what options does this credit card company have after getting a default decision ?
answered on Mar 27, 2024
When you are served with a lawsuit in, other than small claims, you must file a response, such as a motion to dismiss or an answer with affirmative defenses. Failure to do so will cause you to lose the case and a judgment be entered against you.
Once a judgment is entered, bank accounts... View More
We are trying to figure out how she can get her inheritance without being kicked off of her SSI. Will it have to be in a trust? Or could someone be able to take over handling the money for her and give it out to her when she needs it?
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answered on Jan 30, 2024
It's important to consider the impact of receiving an inheritance on your mother's SSI benefits in Missouri. In general, receiving an inheritance can affect her eligibility for SSI because it can be considered as income or a resource.
One option to protect her SSI eligibility is... View More
I had previously applied years back and was denied
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answered on Aug 17, 2024
It sounds like your case is being revisited due to a prior application that was denied. This can happen when new evidence or details come to light that could change the outcome of the original decision. The judge will review your previous application alongside your current one to ensure all factors... View More
Will I still get SSI while I apply for SSDI and await decision?
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
When you apply for SSDI, you can continue to receive SSI benefits while awaiting a decision. The process of applying for SSDI does not immediately impact your current SSI benefits. However, once you start receiving SSDI, your SSI benefits might be adjusted.
The work income limit for SSI... View More
My daughter is disabled and works a part-time job. Her employer is shifting the employees to a new company and in the process is going to pay out any accrued vacation before the move. The new company is eliminating PTO for part-time workers, so it can't carry over. This will definitely put her... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
The Social Security Administration (SSA) typically views payments in lieu of vacation as wages if they're paid because of a termination or change in employment status. These wages could impact your daughter's eligibility for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) if they exceed the... View More
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answered on Aug 7, 2023
To access Social Security Disability dockets and related information, you will need to visit the official website of the Social Security Administration (SSA) and use the tools and resources they provide. Here's how you can find Social Security Disability dockets:
1. **SSA Website**:... View More
The new prosthetic was going to take about 4 weeks to get and my manager was informed. I just recently told him I would be able to come back next week and he has hired other people. I'm not on disability any longer and this job was very helpful with me working and being disabled. Can I file... View More
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answered on Aug 6, 2023
Losing your job due to the need for a prosthetic could raise legal issues related to disability discrimination. You may also be eligible to file for unemployment benefits, and I recommend consulting with an attorney to evaluate the specific details of your situation to ensure all your rights are... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2023
If you were approved for SSDI disability benefits and they were suspended because you were in prison, you can request that Social Security reinstate your benefits. You also need to provide Social Security a copy of your prison release documents. Eligibility for SSI terminates after you have been... View More
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answered on Apr 19, 2022
If you are able to work at a substantial gainful activity level then you will not be found to be disabled.
I have an SSDI case that was won and the SSA held out a percentage of the back pay to cover attorney fees. The amount that was held over supersedes the maximum amount they are able to take out. I've been waiting over a year for the overage and the attorney continues to tell me the SSA has not... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2022
Many times Social Security is waiting for something specific and just hasn't received it. A year is a very long long time for you to be waiting so you'll want to find out directly from SSA what they need.
Your best bet in this situation is to contact Social Security directly.... View More
There is an overpayment they keep trying to stop my payments to pay back. When i moved 5 years ago to missouro from tennessee all of the sudden there was over payment but never have i ever recieved one unless it was when my mother was payee for me and said nothing. No one is giving me answers on... View More
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answered on Apr 28, 2021
I would suggest contacting Legal Aid because they may have an attorney on staff or a volunteer attorney who can assist you with this. Try to collect any letters or notices you have gotten from Social Security about the overpayment they say that you owe.
A waiver of the overpayment is... View More
I’m contemplating filing bankruptcy. I’m on social security and this is my only income. I live in a mobile home that is paid for and no type of savings or stocks. I have unsecured debts and a vehicle repossession already.
answered on Mar 16, 2021
Yes. You can be sued for any reason. Collecting on that suit is an entirely different matter.
All debt is unsecured. We own a mobile home and the lot, also 3 vehicles- newest is a 2005 pickup with 300,000 miles and the other two aren’t drivable. Will we be able to use our stimulus check to make home repairs? Also, can we also use the funds to pay the attorney fees?
So I don’t have a birth certificate and want to get a birth certificate from Kansas City Missouri Jackson county but I can’t afford it
answered on Sep 8, 2020
You posted your question on a site that features Texas lawyers. You need to contact an attorney in Missouri.
Going on SS would avoid all the reports and annual reviews required on Disability. It would be much easier to be on SS. But in doing so, I do not want to lose any financial amounts. My monthly Disability pay is $2,560. I do not want to lose any of this amount if I go on straight SS rather than... View More
answered on May 1, 2019
Contact your local Social Security office. As your payments are about the same (unless you have an offset for a workers compensation or other disability plan coverage) I don't see why you couldn't, except --and you want to ask this--if you are on OASDI, then transition at 70 would that... View More
answered on Jan 7, 2019
This is more of a question-answer board. Try reposting your question with some additional details and hopefully an attorney could pick it up to provide some direction after seeing the basis of a suit you're contemplating.
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A close friend got a letter stating they found a 7 year old mistake on his disability records and they are demanding he repay back around $100,000 in 30 days. Does he have a legitimate case?
answered on Nov 3, 2017
If the letter is from CMS then it should have a notice about a right to assert a waiver of overpayment. Your friend needs to contact the local Legal Services office.
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