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I am on SSI from the Social Security administration. I have a representative payee that's a company to receive my SSI and divvy it out to me on a regular basis. My payee issues me a weekly payment and has me use a debit card that I can use in the store or as an ATM. My payee is paid by... View More 
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answered on May 17, 2024
It sounds like a frustrating situation. While representative payees have a lot of discretion in how they manage and distribute funds, they are supposed to act in the best interest of the beneficiary.
A few key points:
1. Payees should minimize fees when possible. If check printing... View More
Can the bank attach my checking and savings accounts. I don't have the money to file for bankruptcy, the bank is my sole creditor. I have a small positive balance under $2000.00, consisting of my SS check and $763.00 proceeds from a loan from my term life insurance policy Are these ever... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2024
In most cases, Social Security income is protected from being seized or "attached" by creditors, including banks, due to a federal law known as the Social Security Act. This protection extends to funds in your bank account that can be clearly identified as Social Security income.... View More
I work at an online bank based out of Utah. We offer equipment loans for things like semi trucks and trailers. We do not have a physical branch for customers to visit, so everything is done over the phone. Part of our normal verification procedure is to ask for a loan customer's name, address... View More
answered on May 11, 2020
If you work for a legitimate online bank located anywhere in the United States, the chances are very good that your online bank has competent legal counsel to answer this very simple question. If your bank does not have competent legal counsel they are walking a tightrope that crosses a very deep... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2019
You will want to look at Utah Code section 78B-12-203. Subsection 9(a) provides that "Social security benefits received by a child due to the earnings of a parent shall be credited as child support to the parent upon whose earning record it is based." If you meet those requirements the... View More
I have DNA already. I am in slc utah
answered on Feb 27, 2017
You need to file a parentage action in the appropriate court to establish your deceased fiancé as the father so that he can be added to the birth certificate. There may be a jurisdictional issue depending on where your child was conceived, where the biological father died, etc. A lawyer can help... View More
I now live at Assisted Living Care, Osmond Assisted Living, Lindon. Some of the things state no SSDI is my money. Others say half
is the law clear on this point? I feel that I need an Atty. Court costs are taken care and some documents have been filed. Can you help me.
answered on Jun 19, 2015
Seek for advice from an experienced social security attorney or locate answers from the Social Security Administration. Good luck. www.aba-us.com
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