Virginia Social Security Questions & Answers
Q: SSDI asked for information to make a fully favorable decision on the record, after being denied, is that good news?
My husband was hurt on the job, July 2017 and has not worked since then. He is 58 years old now and worked in the coal mines, doing underground work. Signed up for ssdi in Dec 2017, was denied, we hired and attorney, reconsideration denied, appeal filed and we got this notice from ssdi. Then 2... Read more »
Since he is over 55 with less than a high school education and he cannot do his prior work, he should have a great chance. I base this opinion on 35 years of Social Security Disability practice in the Richmond, Virginia area.
Q: What's the best way for me to find an attorney to represent me in a fraud/wrongdoing case against me & a deceased party
I would be the plaintiff
I'm searching for an excellent trial attorney on a success fee basis
Extreme injustice done
This doesn't involve probate, it involves litigation
It involves social security disability money, breach of fiduciary duty, fraudulent lying in court... Read more »
If you're alleging someone was killed then the police and prosecutor would handle that on the criminal law side of your question.
Q: Term life ins policy owner/beneficiary, effect me if I choose to rent subsidized apartment housing, State of Virginia.
I'm low income on SSD (not SSI), I can't afford market rent. I'm owner of & been paying on a Term Life $15,000 policy for 13 years on my ex & need the proceeds to pay off bills so I can maintain my regular monthly expenses. My concerns are that if I choose to rent subsidized apartment housing that... Read more »
I regret that I do not handle insurance policy maters. Sorry.
Q: Can I be charged with a dwi2 without being convicted of 1st dwi.
The previous conviction is essential in proving the second.
Q: My social security number was shared to over 350 employees in an email without my knowledge or consent. What can I do?
I work for a federal government agency (Org A), while representing and employed through Org A, I assisted a separate federal government agency (Org B) on a project. For my contributions upon completion of the project, Org B gave me a small monetary award. After a long 2-year HR process between Org... Read more »
I'm very sorry that this happened. You should understand, though, that no matter how jarring or tortious an act may be that certain strict time limits apply. I believe that your factual scenario may touch upon two areas of the law - the first is state tort law and the second is federal employment... Read more »
Q: What if we never hear from Social Security?
My husband has congestive heart failure. He was diagnosed in 2009, and could've filed for disability then (he met the criteria), but was only 37. He wanted to work if he could. This year his symptoms grew worse and he had to stop. We filed for disability in August, SS had his medical records by... Read more »
You can call the claims examiner for an update. Also, you can acquire attorney representation at the initial application level. You do not need to wait until you are denied.
Q: My mother opened a credit card in my name using my social security number. What can she do? Without pressing charges
I would prefer not to press charges. She is being uncooperative. What can I do.
If you don't want to press charges, you can contact the credit card company and ask them to cancel the card and any transactions your mother ran on the card. You may be able to file a civil lawsuit against her, but you'd almost certainly have to pay an attorney a significant retainer and you're not... Read more »
Q: I've been collecting my deceased husband's SS since retiring, but I will get more when I turn 70, right?
I turn 70 in March of 2018. I've been told that the amount will increase then. I would like to know the new amount to expect, so I can better plan.
It is my understanding if you "delay" taking benefits until age 70 then you receive higher benefits. However, this does not appear to be your case since you did not "delay" taking benefits. You should of course check with your Social Security Office to make sure nothing higher is available.... Read more »
Q: i need help getting my ssi. can u help?
I've been denied 3 times now and need help.
Your application for SSI or welfare disability is dependent on your age, your past work, your education and skills, your impairments, and the medical care you receive. Generally, if you are under age 50, you have to show you cannot do "any" job in the economy. You have to show you cannot do any of... Read more »
Q: can l get social security disability at the age of 55 when your spouse is still working and you have a savings account
If I qualify
If you have a disability that precludes you from any gainful work based on your age, past work experience, and education then yes you can apply.
Q: I have rheumatoid arthritis, carpal tunnel & disc disease. I am still working. Should I quit working? I have a IRA also.
You did not say your age. However, it can be a struggle to get Social Security Disability. So if you can I would advise working as long as you can.
Q: My son in law is 35 years old with an extremely aggressive form of MS
If he should die, would my daughter be entitled to survivor's benefits?They have 3 daughters the eldest is 16 and the youngest 2 and a half.
If he has Social Security Disability, then there would be survivorship benefits for the children. If he has Supplemental Security Income (SSI), there is no survivorship benefits because SSI is welfare disability.
Q: In the state of Virginia can child support be deducted from a social security disability check
Generally speaking, social security is offset by your child support payments. Talk with a Family Law attorney for more information.
Q: they stop the payment for SSI because I have a saving account which I forget about it. I did an appeal, I need an advice
I am not working now
First you can have an account--it just can't have more than $2500 in it. Best bet is to see if you can work out a "spend down"
but first check with legal aid/legal services to see if under your facts you can ask for a "waiver" of the condition of having a bank account.Get a run showing what... Read more »
Q: I'm on ssi temporarily. My mother has my property in her name. My uncle lives in it, no income can I put it in my name?
She wanted to protect the property. Her and her husband are getting divorced and he's trying to use my home to fund her hense fund himself. He has given "far" over to his kids. I want to quit claim it to me before he gets his claws out. I've also been morbidly abused by him and 1 of his daughters.... Read more »
you really need to see an attorney as it's complicated because you put it in mom's name. Yes, she can sign it back to you.
But there are things that need to be done to protect you and her. Unfrotunately, these things --title transfers, etc.--cost money.
Q: Do I have to report that check? and is there any chance it will affect the amount I receive from SSI?
I received a $900 check from a restitution payment that was owed to me 17 years ago. I used that money to purchase a car. The transmission went out on the car I had when I started receiving my SSI. I have the receipts to show that I purchased the car with the check. and papers proving what happened... Read more »
SSI is welfare disability. If you have "income" from other sources, then it normally must be reported. You are right. You are allowed to have one car. If you have further questions, you may want to contact legal aid in your area.
Q: This is about SSI,can you write to a ALJ an see if he will change his Decision.
I have sent information to the appeals council,an they said no review i had a lawyer but he doesnt do civil action,I NEED HELP i have new evidence for my case i need to proceed,Thank's for any Help
If you have lost your claim before the Judge, then the right thing to do was to appeal to the Appeals Council. If the Appeals Council denies your claim, the next step is to file an appeal in the US District Court. It appears you are at that stage. If you cannot get an attorney to take the appeal... Read more »
Q: Can I fire my SSDI representative and hire a new one?
He hasn't stayed in touch with me and when the SSDI people call his office for information regarding my case, he tells them to call me directly! I always get the answering service when I call his office and haven't spoke directly with him since June 2009...always have to speak to his assistant. I... Read more »
Dear Sir or Madam:
Of course you “can” fire your SSDI attorney, however, generally the question is really “should” you fire your representative. I often field calls from potential clients wanting to fire their SSDI attorney and hire me. What I generally find is that they are... Read more »
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