Is there a way that i can get a lump sum from social security disability?

No you can't get paid in advance for all of the reasons discussed in Ms. Joy's response. So you will need to look for other ways to do this. ...

The workers comp award and SSA benefits do offset and you won't get paid both. SSA will need to know about the award of workers comp...otherwise...

Does no maintenance also mean no social security[ex spouse benefits]and no pension for a woman who has been married 10 yrs?

You can receive benefits under your ex spouse's work record from SSA if you were legally married for more than 10 years, so I think you could...

My sister signed her property over to a grand son who is now threatening to remove their caregiver from the house.

To add to Mr. Murray's excellent response, plan on needing to consult with an experienced local litigation attorney - preferably one with some...

What if anything can I do to have elderly mom w/health issues and questionable living area do go vacate a 3 yr mon to mon tenant

This is a complicated question with a lot of facts that will really require a consult with an experienced local attorney because I see potential...

Is a person required to have a lisense in order to care for an elderly person in their home. The person is being paid.

There may also be options for adult day care to supplement having a paid person in the home all of the time as well. You'll need to fully explore...

How can my dad prevent losing SSI and Medicaid benefits without a special needs trust when gaining an inheritance?

As Larry's response indicates, there may or may not be appropriate alternatives to a SNT to deal with your father's situation and in direct answer...

I get SSI, have mediCARE/mediCal, and am diagnosed with kidney disease.

In general, I agree with the prior responses but I do just want to add that you MAY (depending on a number of specific facts that you need to...

Can my ex husband be made to pay child support if my son draws a check off of me?

You should consult with an experienced local family law attorney for advice about whether your ex's circumstances will lead to any useful support...

I am divorced and receive disability each month. My ex has physical custody of our 12 year old daughter. We have joint legal.

You state that you are on disability. If you are receiving SSDI benefits, then your daughter should be able to obtain dependent/auxiliary benefits...

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