I receive Social Security Disability Benefits and inherited some money. Am I still eligible for Disability Payments?

Hello, and thank you for your question. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. No, Social Security Disability is NOT effect by your wealth,...

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Question for Social Security Lawyers about ALJ decision time

There really is no rhyme or reason to the length of time. Much may have to do with how many decisions the Judge has to have drafted, how big his...

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My son's father was on dss in ny for medicaid and food stamps in 2007 they say I owe 60,000 in arrears can he drop the arrears

If you owe the State, because the State tax payers supported your son when you were incarcerated, generally, no, the father can't relieve you of...

I can I force the mother of my child (custodial parent) to file for SSDI dependency benefit?

If she refuses to allow her child to accept his benefits, as the other lawyers suggest, a motion to modify your child support based on an amount...

Hello, and thank you for your question. Yes, you can and please do so asap, because SSI benefit do not generally pay retroactively. Good...

Can I legally collect unemployment and social security at the same time or do I need to contact the agencies and report it?

Hello, and thank you for your question. Generally, NO, it is not illegal at all so long as you are truthful when claiming both programs. When you...

My name is Milton Williams, I'm 66 years old and on social security, retirement. My wife is 68 and wants to get divorce.

Does your wife get social security retirement? If your incomes are similar, then I don't necessarily foresee an alimony order, although a lot of...

My ex put his truck in my name and now Ive been cut off my ssi ,how do I get my name off it so I can get my ssi back ?

Hello, and that you for your question today. I agree with the prior attorney on your next step. In addition: Since your truck has been taken...

Long term disability insurance/social security disability

Hello, thank you for your question. I will discuss with you the SS related elements, while deferring to your accountant/tax preparer for those...

Will there be a reduction in our benefits?

Good evening, and thank you for your question. Your SSDI will not be effected by marriage. However, your future husband's SSI MAY be reduced or...

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