Generally, to be eligible for a divorced spousal retirement benefit, you only need be married for 10 years at a minimum, and separation generally...

Social security benefits for a disabled child?

Good morning and thank you for your question. Question: Can a non residential parent file for SSI benefits for a disabled child? My husband is...

Social Security - Garnishment

Yes, one of the exceptions to non-garnishment of SS benefits is that of past due Spousal Support. However, you will want to speak to your divorce...

I just recieved a fully favorable ruling on my disability case. can get part of the back pay thru a settlement group like on tv

I agree with my colleagues on this one. Please try to resist the urge to be willing to give up HUGE moneys for a quick $5k of your back benefits. ...

Will I lose my benefits

You are required to report it. You may wish to review your SSD award paperwork where it informed you of what you need to report. Working in any...

Social Security Retirement Benefits

No, you don't get an additional benefit to your payment because hers is larger. However, if hers is FAR larger, you may want to see if switching...

How can the Social Security Administration be required to restore my retirement benefits due to a problem they ignored?

I think also that a big question concerns, why did the SSA curb YOUR personal benefits. It is one thing to terminate its professional relationship...

Will I eligible for Medicare if I move out of state ?

AL has a state medical assistance program. If you qualify for that state program, then you can receive it. Tyipcally, if one is on SSI, they have...

Can a doctor legally make an incorrect statement (a lie) to Social Security Administration, then SSA say I am not creditable?

I agree with my colleagues. I add that I can understand your frustration. Even more frustrating is that defamation suits are often tenuous - in...

Why was I denied survivors benefits even though I provided all legal docs needed by SS rep for proof?

If the SSA denial didn't specify WHAT was lacking (what piece of proof they found insufficient to establish the needed criterion), then I'd travel...