Once I qualify for Social Security Disability (which could possibly happen soon, based upon my recent hearing)

It is a very bad idea to try to work on a regular basis while receiving benefits. Your efforts will be viewed by SSA as demonstrating that you are...

I am 63 1/2. If I draw SS, and make 50,000 per yr. how will this effect me and what if I lose the job, what happens to my SS

If you are making $50,000 a year, you could lose a lot of your SS retirement check to taxes -- depending on how much you make, up to 85% of your...

I am so sorry that your children are ill. Don't panic. It is possible to do this without a lawyer. If you have a social worker, they can help....

How do I know if I am eligible for the Indigence Program ?

Social Security does not have an indigence program unless you are so disabled as to be unable to work for 12 months or more. A new baby is not...

I just started collecting Social Security Disability in May after not working 6 full months. I received 26 weeks of severance.

If you are receiving disability INSURANCE benefits, your unearned income does not effect your benefits. Social Security may ask you, at some...

I have fileda default judgement against the SSA in District Court. Do I have to send SSA copies.

You must serve SSA. RIGHT NOW! You must serve the same day you file. You can file again, though, as they are in default. SSA may answer or not....

Must SS benefits for dep. child be in a rep. payee acct. in order for parent not to be penalized for overpayment?

A separate account is not required for a rep payee. A rep payee is responsible for any overpayment. The mother is already the rep payee. If...

Is there an atty. to assist us in the endeavor with Social Security for an overpayment. My husband is still employed at age 65.

If you meet the financial qualifications, you may be able to get pro bono assistance from Legal Services. You might also consider paying an...

I am the SSI rep payee for my adult child who has lived at home and receives the full benefit as she is considered independent.

It is possible. SSA's budget has been seriously cut since 2001. Many employees in the field offices are inexperienced and do not know the rules. ...

State diability

This is a Workers Compensation question.