I agree with all of the prior responses and want to point out two issues that you may also want to look at when you consult an experienced local...

How can wife protect her financial interest from mother-inlaws debt?

I agree with Mr. Farr's response and I really don't see how this negatively affects you since: 1) MIL apparently obtained the mortgage in her name...

State of Michigan SSA Evaluation

I highly doubt SSA is asking you to attend a medical evaluation that is "not related" to your disability claim and quite frankly have never heard...

I have a hearing for ssi on Jan 8. My lawyer recently said he didn't have enough evidence to proceed so he closed my case.

This is one of the most aggravating things that lawyers can do and while SSA does not have a problem with it, many state bars (the agencies that...

Can I hire a lawyer for my disability case while I will be out of country?

DO consult and attorney and yes, it would be a great idea to have representation so that you know someone is on top of the claim while you are...

I agree with Mr. Pham's response and just want to add a couple of things to consider. You could be the Rep Payee for your son's benefits; however,...

A person has power of attorney and healthcare powe of attorney over an 86 year old, leaving a nursing home and going home. does

The agent appointed by the principal (the 86 year old) will have whatever authority has been given in the powers of attorney. Most, but not all,...

I have been on ssi for about 15 years. I am totally disabled and divorced. My payments are $721 a month. am I eligible for more

Absent you being able to claim under your ex's work record somehow or perhaps having an entitlement to Veterans benefits, it is likely that you are...

My husband got a fully favorable decision on his SSDI from an ALJ on Oct.28,2014.It is Dec.19th and nothing has been received.

Mr. Mahon has given you an excellent response and I'll just add that this time of year things tend to move pretty slowly at Social Security because...

Is there a tax advantage or disadvantage to getting married before the end of 2014 verses waiting until Jan 1, 2015

Whether it would to your advantage or not will depend on far too many considerations for a response in this forum, but the primary issue is whether...