It can be quite difficult to “reopen” a prior claim. However, you may be able to file a new claim due to the worsening in your conditions. I...

Am I entitled to a portion of an auxillary benefit that my daughter mother receives for our daughter for disability?

You will likely need to contact a family law attorney so you can have the support obligation amended now that your ex has extra income, including...

Any work you perform while trying to get approved for SSI may affect your eligibility. I recommend you speak with a disability attorney to discuss...

There have been recent changes in regards to who can and cannot be a payee. If you do not meet the requirements I doubt you will be able to change...

I have a case pending for ssd, i have been denied 3 times its under review now, if i switch attorney's ,does his fee get divided

The 25% withheld for the attorney’s fee will be divided among the two attorneys. You may be responsible for out of pocket costs with each attorney...

Unfortunately most cases take at least 90 days to process. However, the more medical information and statements from your physician(s) you provide...

Ssi Benefits stopped ?

Contact an attorney immediately to discuss your rights and opinions. There are very strict deadlines associated with cessation of benefits cases so...

Who should I see for a new diagnosis for supporting evidence for SSI? A psychiatrist? Or would a trauma-informed therapist do?

I would recommend you seek treatment from an outpatient psychiatric facility/clinic in your area. Many cities (big and small) have free or low...

Can you receive any kind of cash winnings from a contest on adult childhood benefits from your parent(deceased)?

So long as you are receiving Disabled Adult Child (DAC) benefits and not SSI benefits, your cash winnings should not affect your benefits.

If I receive a wrong ful death settlement can I still receive SSDI Medicaid and food stamp

The settlement would not affect SSDI but would likely affect food stamps and Medicaid. Please be sure to confirm if you are on SSDI or SSI. If...