How long do I have to wait for SSD response if hearing held 12/1/2017 before AJL second time, called for status 2/18/18?

I usually tell my clients, even in the best of circumstances, it will take approximately 8 weeks to receive a decision. On the other end, I've had...

HEllo my question is if you are and have been on disability and has an abuse with alcohol can your benefits be taken away? Thank

Yes, benefits could be taken away for abuse of alcohol, but it will likely depend on the underlying reason for disability benefits. If the...

Will my disability income be affected, and future Disability income when it goes up when my husband retires?

Hopefully your workers' compensation attorney will include language in your settlement agreement that will spread the offset over your lifetime so...

Can social security take my full retirement check because of a 1099 issued for debt write off, no money exchanged hands

Social Security looks at earned income. This is will likely not qualify as earned income.

Social security and timeframe to respond to a notice

As another attorney answered the time line question, I would just add to make sure you make copies of all documents you send to SSA, and either...

Can I draw my disability after being out of work for10yrs.?

If you are referring to Social Security and you are younger than 62, then no, you will not be able to "draw" on your disability benefits. You are...

I have never had anyone notify me a decision is in QR via mail or phone calls, but have been told so if the office called to check on the status of...

SSI termination timeframe?

Are you referring to a cessation of benefits? Did you have a CDR hearing? It is hard to answer your question without specification.

They will ask about your background, both social and medical. The exam differs per the doctor. Some will ask you to spell words forward and...

If you are receiving SSI, the answer is yes.