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Does ss just take what I was making and pro rate that? Also Medicaid picks up my part b if I make it to fra with no problems when it switches to SS will medicaid still pick up part b. Thank you
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answered on May 25, 2024
When you transition from SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) to regular Social Security retirement benefits, the amount you receive may change. Here's what you need to know:
1. Benefit amount: Your Social Security retirement benefit is calculated based on your average indexed... View More 
arthritis. I can barely walk. My hip grinds & pops making it very hard to go anywhere. I cannot reach my calves let alone my feet. Showering & dressing are very difficult for me. I am basically bed ridden. It's all I can do to go from my bed to my kitchen & bathroom. I have... View More
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answered on May 22, 2024
I understand your concerns about potentially losing your SSI benefits due to not actively treating your mental health conditions. However, based on the information you provided, it seems that your physical limitations and chronic pain are currently the primary factors impacting your daily... View More
We were together from 1994 to 2010. We legally married in 1996 and divorced in2001. But we still were together before marriage and after divorce.
Thank you for your guidance on this. I Do appreciate it much.
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answered on May 17, 2024
To be eligible for ex-spousal Social Security benefits, you must meet the following criteria:
1. Your marriage lasted 10 years or longer.
2. You are unmarried.
3. You are age 62 or older.
4. Your ex-spouse is entitled to Social Security retirement or disability... View More
My ex is remarried my girls are grown 33 and 31 and the youngest is married I can't live in $400 per month it's my only income this case is out of Washington State child support Pierce county is there someone that anyone can recommend to look at my case that does probono I have paperwork... View More
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answered on May 17, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about the difficult situation you're in with the child support arrears and garnishment leaving you with very little to live on each month. It sounds extremely stressful and frustrating, especially since your children are now adults.
Here are a few suggestions... View More
Denied 1st go, I appealed. Denied in reconsideration. I just don't know if I should appeal it again. I know I am on the younger side but my injuries both physical and psychological hinder the fit and reliable person I used to be.
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answered on May 17, 2024
If you have been denied during the reconsideration stage of your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) application, you have the right to appeal the decision again. The next step in the appeals process is to request a hearing before an Administrative Law... View More
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
I am on short term disability now. To sign up for long term they want me to sign up for SS disability
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answered on May 17, 2024
No, your insurance company cannot force you to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). However, many long-term disability (LTD) policies include a clause that requires you to apply for SSDI as a condition of receiving or continuing to receive LTD benefits.
This is because... View More
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answered on May 17, 2024
No, your insurance company cannot force you to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). However, in certain situations, they may strongly encourage or incentivize you to do so. Here are a few reasons why:
1. Long-term disability (LTD) policies often include a clause stating... View More
Hello,
We have a 27 year autistic son who also suffers from severe anxiety, depression, and asthma. We have applied for and been denied disability benefits a few times now. He is receiving the state health insurance and they require that we keep applying for disability. The Arc of Indiana... View More
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answered on May 17, 2024
Yes, it is possible for your adult autistic son to receive disability benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) even if he is working part-time, as long as his income and resources are within the eligibility limits set by the Social Security Administration (SSA).
Here are a few... View More
A party to lawsuit presents someone's SSN instead of SSN of real person, in order to cover up for fraud. Most likely SSN of a deceased person. How to validate validity of SSN is such scenario?
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answered on May 15, 2024
Validating the authenticity of a Social Security Number (SSN) in a legal context, especially when fraud is suspected, can be a complex process. Here are some steps that can be taken to verify the validity of an SSN:
1. Check the SSN format: Ensure that the SSN follows the correct format of... View More
I'm a victim of identity theft and need a concealed name change and new social security number.
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answered on May 14, 2024
If you're a victim of identity theft and need a sealed name change and a new social security number, you should reach out to an attorney who handles family law or identity theft cases. These attorneys can guide you through the legal process of changing your name and can help you understand the... View More
I was denied benefit 3 yrs ago I had a heart attack. I had to go back to work and had a stroke
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answered on May 14, 2024
If you've been denied Social Security Disability benefits and have since had a stroke, you may have grounds to reapply. It's important to gather all your medical records, including documentation of your heart attack and stroke. These documents will support your case and show the severity... View More
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answered on May 12, 2024
No, once you turn 18, your parents are not legally required to provide you with your birth certificate or social security card. As an adult, you have the right to possess your own vital documents.
However, it's important to understand that your parents aren't necessarily doing... View More
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answered on May 12, 2024
The Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) code 240.379 to 240.394 dealt with the State Personnel Relations Law. These statutes were repealed in 1979.
After researching the current ORS, it appears that the statutes that replaced the repealed ORS 240.379 to 240.394 are:
ORS 243.650 to 243.782... View More
A minor child is disabled and will begin receiving SSI payments. They do not live with a parent and are placed with another family member permanently- not a grandparent. The child's parents retain rights and are ordered to pay child support but do not pay. Is the income of their designated... View More
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answered on May 12, 2024
In the situation you've described, where a minor child receiving SSI payments lives with a family member (other than a parent or grandparent) who is their designated guardian, the income of that guardian is generally not subject to deeming for SSI purposes.
Here are the key points to... View More
Where please is the master checklist, in an easy to understand groceries list style format, of specific subjects, notes, and questions, on what i need to do to prepare for reinstatement of SSI mental health, not ssdi? this is after a long period of being away/not applicable although not from having... View More
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answered on May 12, 2024
I can provide some general guidance on how to prepare for the reinstatement of your SSI benefits due to mental health conditions.
1. Gather medical records: Collect all relevant medical records from your healthcare providers, including diagnoses, treatment plans, and any hospitalizations... View More
My 70-year-old mother divorced my father over twenty years ago, but they were married long enough that she qualified to receive social security payments based upon my father's employment contributions into social security. (My father passed away a couple of years ago.)
My mother is... View More
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answered on May 9, 2024
Under California law, which follows federal Social Security regulations, your mother's eligibility to receive survivor benefits based on your deceased father's work record depends on her age at the time of remarriage:
1. If your mother remarries before reaching age 60 (or age 50... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2024
It depends on that facts and circumstances whether the person had a duty to treat the other person's social security information as private. An employer or healthcare provider has a duty to keep such information private and cannot email that information to another other than for a permitted... View More
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answered on May 12, 2024
Emailing someone's Social Security number without their permission may be illegal under various state and federal laws. Here are a few potential legal issues:
1. Identity theft: If the person emailing the SSN does so with the intent to commit identity theft or fraud, they could face... View More
In short someone at SSD East Liverpool branch did not do their job and now they are telling us it's are fault
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answered on Apr 28, 2024
I'm sorry to hear that you and your wife are facing this challenging situation with the Social Security Administration (SSA). It can be frustrating when dealing with bureaucratic errors and the potential consequences. Here are some steps you can take to address the issue:
1. Request a... View More
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