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How could a lump sum settlement affect me if I apply for Social Security Disability benefits? Does it affect over the years too?
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Answered on February 24, 2015
Below is a link explaining the interplay between worker's comp and disability benefits. The answer depends on how your settlement was structured....
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My brother has been pending for two years for ssi and is still waiting to get on ssi
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Answered on February 24, 2015
You don't ask a specific question, so I assume you are questioning the delay. Most people get denied two times and then have to go before a judge....
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SSI for a disabled minor
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Answered on February 24, 2015
Yes, a special needs trust is an option. You can also spend down the money. However, your own income may disqualify your child from receiving SSI....
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What is the criteria for some one to file for early SSI. I'm not 54 years old.
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Answered on February 23, 2015
I think what you are referring to is early retirement, which you need to be 62 to apply and then you can earn either 13-14k without it affecting...
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OTR with a supervisor, then a decision writer, now "with the supervisors"-- what does this mean?
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Answered on February 23, 2015
It sounds like a favorable decision is forth coming, but really there is no way to know for certain. Many people have to wait for their hearing, so...
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My ex husband died. How do I see if I can receive the benefits?
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Answered on February 23, 2015
What you are looking for are widow's benefits. Mr. Pham's explanation of your eligibility for those benefits is correct.
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Apprd disabled 2015. ssi letter award pg 5 i am not eligible for any ss benfits. no info on verifi letter on ssa.gove
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Answered on February 23, 2015
If you were approved for SSI and SSDI you will receive two award letters (one for each). Sounds like you received the SSI award letter. Reviews are...
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Can I get disability benefits?
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Answered on February 23, 2015
You need to hire an attorney and appeal. If you have time left to appeal, hire the attorney first and let him file the appeal. Don't let the appeal...
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How can I continue receiving SSI, Medicare, and Medicaid when I just inherited money, stocks, and land from my Dad's estate?
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Answered on February 23, 2015
The typical way is to put it in a special needs trust. You say you receive Medicare and Medicaid, so you may be receiving SSI and SSDI. The assets...
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Can someone who was laid-off over a year while on Disability receive social security benefits or file for Disability? Age 58
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Answered on February 23, 2015
It sounds like he should definitely speak with an attorney and apply for disability benefits. He should not wait to apply because it will make it...
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