Worked 30 years. Have been diagnosed with ALS. Can I get disability?l

I must disagree. If you haven't worked in 6 years (you say youve been retired 6 yrs) and we're just diagnosed with ALS, it would seem you wouldn't...

Im on SSI(Disability&poverty).I drive my dad's car that keeps breaking,can't afford one.My bf wants to buy used car to help out

I agree with the prior answers. You've posted this question multiple times. The advice hasn't changed.

If u need new car&yr bf buys it but he owns it&u just drive it/get rides now&then(agoraphobic)is it still excluded SSI resource?

If the car isn't titled in your name and you don't help pay for it then it shouldn't be a problem for you. Your bf could leave you tomorrow. They...

What does the absence of the term de novo in a appeals council remand mean?

If the ALJ is allowed to conduct a de Nov review, he can review everything even parts of the case already decided in your favor. If not de novo,...

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SSI Qualifications

SSA determined you receive in-kind shelter, thus they reduced your benefit. They can reduce your benefit if you receive in-kind food or shelter....

How do I find out if my sister and I are eligible to collect our deceased father's social secuirty?what type of lawyer is this?

Unless you were disabled after age 18 and prior to age 22, and your father was insured, there would be no benefit for you or your sister to...

Planning on getting married, on SSI. How much SCSI will I lose?

You haven't provided enough information to answer the question, although Mr. Pham has provided a good anlaysis. If you marry, your monthly benefit...

If you owe back social security payments and you file for social security claim now can social security take your workers comp s

SSA will not take your work comp. If you receive work comp and then are found disabled, you'll be subject to an offset. Further, if you owe SSA...

Why wouldn't a fair, open minded ALJ not be open to a pre hearing conference?

There are two types of prehearing conferences. First with an attorney advisor. Not all offices use these. In my office the attorney can request...

Currently on SSDI and want did not realize that my mother is claiming Retirement benefits in which I could do the same?

It would have no affect on her benefit. However, if you've ever worked at SGA levels you wouldn't qualify for disabled adult child benefits....