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My husband is due retro active pay that was withheld from his SSDI claim for additional fees that our lawyer could claim

Kristina's answer | Answered on August 24, 2014

Often, if you keep track of these phone calls, you can get someone at your local Social Security office to follow up on the whereabouts of the...

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Can you have an IRA while receiving Social Security Disability Benefits in Missouri?

Kristina's answer | Answered on December 30, 2013

I agree with Ms. Sinclair's through response and would add that if you are not completely sure which program you were approved under, you can call...

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Why can't I draw Social Security?

Kristina's answer | Answered on December 17, 2013

I agree. If you do not understand exactly why you do not qualify for either program, schedule a face to face appointment with your local SSA...

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Can a lawyer still get 25% cut of disability benefits if we got a denial while he was our attorney, i called

Kristina's answer | Answered on December 11, 2013

While it is possible to contest the fee and you may have legitimate grounds to do so, you should also consider that a great deal of work may have...

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Can Social Security reduce your benefits because I claimed gambling winnings on my 2012 tax return even though I was able to

Kristina's answer | Answered on December 11, 2013

What type of benefits are you receiving?

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What can I do about this

Kristina's answer | Answered on December 11, 2013

If you are limited in funds, you should start with legal aid and mental health in your area. You will need someone to walk you through your options...

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I receive SSI.My daughter put her savings in my savings account will I get in trouble.

Kristina's answer | Answered on December 11, 2013

It is a bad idea to comingle funds for several different reasons. Separate the money now and I would also have your daughter sign something...

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HOW OLD DO YOU HAVE TO BE TO RECEIVE FOOD STAMPS IN PENNSYLVANIA?

Kristina's answer | Answered on December 09, 2013

I agree. Call the local office to find out whether you qualify.

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I turn 62 in January and I applied for Social security. I was called by Social Security and was told I do not qualify.

Kristina's answer | Answered on December 09, 2013

I agree and would only add that your local office ought to walk you through this. You will have to give them specific numbers, as they generally...

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Am I liable for "restocking charge" of $272.75 on carpeting? I am a senior citizen on Social Security.

Kristina's answer | Answered on December 09, 2013

Your status as a senior citizen/SS recipient doesn't necessarily affect whether or not you are legally obligated although, it might should have...

Kristina Street Hatcher's Answers (193)

My husband is due retro active pay that was withheld from his SSDI claim for additional fees that our lawyer could claim

Can you have an IRA while receiving Social Security Disability Benefits in Missouri?

Why can't I draw Social Security?

Can a lawyer still get 25% cut of disability benefits if we got a denial while he was our attorney, i called

Can Social Security reduce your benefits because I claimed gambling winnings on my 2012 tax return even though I was able to

What can I do about this

I receive SSI.My daughter put her savings in my savings account will I get in trouble.

HOW OLD DO YOU HAVE TO BE TO RECEIVE FOOD STAMPS IN PENNSYLVANIA?

I turn 62 in January and I applied for Social security. I was called by Social Security and was told I do not qualify.

Am I liable for "restocking charge" of $272.75 on carpeting? I am a senior citizen on Social Security.