I have a mental illness [mood disorder - bipolar] and have had a professional career. Do I have any chance at SSDI?

Mr. Farrell has given you a good answer. I'd just add that one thing to consider doing might be to consult with an experienced local disability...

I changed this practice area to military law so that you can get useful responses.

Can I claim my parents as dependents if I pay their housing and some of their living expenses?

Consult with a professional tax preparer or look at this link to get you started off in the right...

My husband and I have been married for 7 years, prior to our marriage he was divorced for 20 years from his 1st wife of 14 years

I agree with Ms. Joy regarding Social Security. Since your husband is still living, there would be no VA benefits for the ex. After your husband...

How do I stop a family member who is trying to force my father into assited living in the state of illinos

Absent having a court impose a guardianship over your father, nobody can force your father to move to an ALF. That being said, it is also true...

My brother invited a woman to live with him at my elderly father's house. Mentally ill & alcoholic she now refuses to leave.

A big challenge with these kinds of situations can be legally defining whether this woman should be treated as a tenant or as a mere guest. She...

My grandma 87 lives w my aunt. Aunt refuses to let my mother see my grandma. What can we do to get visitation? Is it possible?

Does aunt own the home? If so, she can absolutely refuse your mother any visits. I am, however, interested in how aunt is refusing to let...

I agree with the prior response which is that it is impossible to remove a person's name from a deed unless he would be agreeable to signing away...

If you have a warrant can you still apply and get your SSI benefits, say from a spouce passing away?

You can apply. Whether or not you will get paid depends of the nature of the warrant. Here is a link to more information: ...

My daughters ex is getting social security disability and also getting money for their 6 year old daughter but he won't give the

The check will generally go to the custodial parent. To make a change, you would need to contact SSA and explain why the check should be sent to...