What are my options and chances of receiving SSD? What do I need to do to speed up the process?

Whether this is a good claim or not depends a great deal on what caused the liver disease. If it was caused by alcohol abuse, the likelihood of...

Ready to Schedule means they have numbered and organized the exhibits, so it can be assigned to a judge and scheduled at any time. For further...

How can I get started on my disability.

Though it is true that while you have your job, you should not try to file for disability, it could still be beneficial to arrange to speak with a...

How can I get started on my disability.

Though it is true that while you have your job, you should not try to file for disability, it could still be beneficial to arrange to speak with a...

Since SSI turned me down based on my boy-friend's income from SSD, can I draw off of his social security now, or in the future?

The SSA is deeming your boyfriend's check to you because they believe you hold yourselves out as married. Sometimes their basis for saying this is...

Why did the judge ask questions to the VE that didn't come from my fce ..

Think of those hypothetical questions from the judge to the VE as being framed as follows: "Suppose I believe the state agency doctors are correct...

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How do I legally solidify a common law marriage in South Carolina after husband's death for future social security benefits?

I suspect you will need a declaratory judgment from the Family Court stating that you were married at common law. This would require a lawyer...

Can SSA terminate SSI benefits because of failing to follow prescribed treatment during CONTINUING DISABILITY REVIEW ?

The SSA can terminate benefits for medical non-compliance, but if the claimant is in regular care with a supportive psychiatrist, I think it...

Can my grand-daughter draw off my SS?

I believe you would have to adopt her. This would involve terminating the parental rights of her parents. Having legal custody is not sufficient.

I am a 56 year old widow, I have put in for disability since I have had open heart surgery, pts, blood clots, depression

I regret the hardship that you and other worthy applicants endure while waiting for your claim to be decided. There is a misconception that SSI...