How do I cash my father's social security check being his power attorney

If you have power of attorney for someone who is incapable of managing his or her own benefits, Social Security still requires you to be a...

The responsibility of reviewing Social Security claims (other than SSI) is divided among Program Service Centers nationwide, The message indicates...

Would I be able to get Ssi benefits?

Social Security law defines disability as the inability to do any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or...

I agree with Mr. Pont. You will not know whether your disability claim was allowed or denied until you get the notice of decision from Social...

Contact the Louisiana Department of Health, State Registrar and Vital Records at https://ldh.la.gov/index.cfm/page/635 to request a copy of your...

I agree with attorney Pont that the length of time to get an initial determination is about 4 to 5 months. However, you can check the status of...

One representative payee is appointed by Social Security to assist a person receiving disability benefits. If there is any question about who is...

Contact Social Security with proof of that the representative allegedly misused his benefits. Social Security will investigate the allegations of...

Yes, your representative payee can live in a different area. If your current representative payee does not want to continue in this role, the...

What should I do ?

You do not have to have an attorney to apply for SSI. However, it may be challenging to prove you are disabled. As mentioned by my colleagues, a...