Applying for SSI Benefits

Call NOSSCR 800-431-2804 for a local referral and make sure the attorney you speak with has experience in child SSI cases. These are specific and...

I have an aunt that is on disability, while she was living with her ex husband-(they were seperated pending divorce,

I agree. Call Legal Aid. I am also re-tagging this under tax law, which may help other specialists weigh in.

Speak with your attorney about withdrawing your original application. The only reason I can think of that you would pursue it is to get an increase...

I had my disability hearing 2 1/2 weeks ago. The judge only asked the VE what level my job was classified. Is this bad or good?

Assuming your hearing was in Kingsport, it most likely means the judge had already determined at what level he felt like you were able to perform...

When your lawyer says he will look into if he will appeal your SSDI claim to Appeals Council when should you follow up with him?

As a practical matter, I would give the attorney a week or two to have the time to go through your file and the denial to determine whether it is...

Can I qualify for SSI?

I agree with Mr. Cuppett and would add that NOSSCR is a great place for referrals. Most attorneys who do a large practice in this area of the law...

How can I get a lawyer to defend me???

There is not enough information here to answer your question. You may want to add additional details or rephrase your question entirely. Keep in...

Before they apply the GRIDS, they determine whether you can do your past work.

.My mental conditiond started to show when I was four .My aunt didn't apply for SSI until I was around seven or eight.I have

I agree and would only add that it is very common to be denied several times before being approved, even where you received benefits as a child....

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I also recommend electronic deposit. You can always call your local office and ask for a status on it. Most of the time the computers are kept up...