I'm receiving a lump sum in SS disability. How does that affect my tax?

I agree with the prior answer but I think your concern is that this lump sum being paid in one tax year might cause you to pay more in tax than you...

How DO I File for a indigent divorce in nc

There is a Legal Aid office in Morganton that would likely be able to assist you with this matter or, alternatively, you can follow this link to...

Social security back pay for a depent child.

Regarding the issue of "is it child support or not," the dependent benefit is not child support and it is possible that your state's CS guidelines...

How can I contest an estate?

Perhaps. If father had a Will then you'd need to look at appropriate legal grounds to challenge the validity of the Will (e.g. Undue influence,...

My mother passed away in February and i received a notice of right to have exemptions designated. What can I do to resolve this?

The Notice you are referencing is typically sent when there is a Judgment against the debtor. It sounds like you have not opened an estate for...

My doctor insists I abuse alcohol. Med record statements, "Unexplained Drunkenness". Stopped 38 yrs. of pain meds. No notice.

You haven't asked a question. Perhaps it is time to change to patronizing a different medical practice where they will keep their facts straight...

I sent two mental assessments to ssi, no mental issues. I do have a learning disorder. I got a letter from

I agree with the prior responses and will just add that SSA is supposed to provide background medical information to the doctors performing CE...

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Does getting a Personal Settlement during SSI Application disqualify you?

Its not earned income. You would need to spend the money down before it becomes classified as a resource/asset. It sounds like you are already...

My 97 yo father has on-line divorce papers for his 95 yo old wife - she left him about 5 yrs ago Both are now in nursing homes;

Certainly all kinds of reasons here to hire an experienced local attorney who is knowledgeable in Elder Law issues specifically. You don't want to...

I sign papers n said I would immediately get cut a check. Next day said held up by Medicare? They had that info 2 yrs.

It sounds like your PI settlement may potentially be subject to a Medicare lien and yes, that's the kind of thing that can certainly hold up...