Can an attorney help me get an extension on a late SSDI appeal?

If the application date was less than a year ago, I would not receommend trying to file an appeal. I would suggest filing a new claim. here's why...

I am going through a divorce. What conditions do I require to receive a lum sum payment of my Social Securiter. I am 63. Thanks.

Social Security does not pay out lump sum settlements like a private retirment plan or a 401K or pension. So, there is no way to get such a lump...

Needing help filing appeal in federal court for social security disability-have muscular dystrophy-seizures-and back problems

There are a number of good attorneys in your area, some of whom you can find here on Avvo. You may also contact your local city, county or state...

Can I collect Soc. Sec. Disability Benefits from my deceased husband?

For a widow between the age of 50 and 60, you can apply for disabled widow's benefits on your late husband's SS# - as long as you have not...

SSI Income - What impact does a personal injury settlement have on SSI?

Talk to your lawyer about this - he should help you on this matter. But the short answer is that if you have more than $2000 - in cash, savings,...

MY GIRLFRIEND TOLD ME THAT HER DAD IS ON SSDI, & HE JUST MOVED FROM KINGMAN, AZ TO SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH

I'm not sure the check is SSDI - it may be SSI. Some states provide a supplement to SSI checks, so that while the federal government pays a...

Is There A Time Limit To Change Attorneys In A Social Security Disability Case That Has Been Filed?

You are free to change attorneys anytime. I suggest you meet with your current lawyer and see if things can be worked out, but if not, you are...

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I have had a chronic illness for 12 years that is now preventing me from working, do I qualify for unemployment insurance?

All I can add is to say that if you need to leave work, or are eaning less than $1000 per month, you may also wish to file for Social security...

Need a disability lawyer in poughkeepsie ny to handle my 5yr old son's appeal for ssi

You may want to talk to an attorney in your area so you can review the specific facts with counsel. If you do not have an attorney, there are a...

How soon would I need a Social Security Disability Lawyer?

You asked a number of good questions - but the answers are not a simple "do this" or "do that." Each case depnds on many, many facts that are not...