Can I safely cash my Social Security check at my bank without fear

Many banks will just cash the check, especially if you have an open account, even if there is not much money in that account. Talk to someone at...

I have been out of work nearly 4yrs. The doctor came up with a 60% permanent disablement. Am I entitled to a settlement?

This is a workers' compensation question and I will post there. You may wish to talk to an attorney to see if you are also eligible to file for...

May I apply for disability?

There are 2 main kinds of Social Security - SSDI and SSI. The medical standard for disability is the same for both. Forr SSDI you must have worked...

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I am a barred attorney in Va., but am being sued in a custody matter in Pa. Can I proceed pro se or is there an ethics issue?

My colleague is correct. That said, I would remember that it is not a wise choice to represent yourself. The benefit of counsel is not just...

You go into an ER with a knee injury is it ethical for the doctor to ask about your married life and why you aren't living in th

Part of question cut off. But short answer is yes. Doctors ask these questions to learn iformation - about you, your health, how you got injured,...

Am i eligable for social security or similar things?

Maybe. The standard for SSDI and SSD is essentially the same - you would have to show your conditions keep you from woking any job in the US for...

I get a non service connected pension and want to change it to a service connected .

My colleague's advice is good. I want to add that you should file a claim immediately - the VA uses the date you apply as the date to start...

Potential levy of disability benefits

Suggest you contact a tax attorney now and see if you can negotiate a settlement with better terms before the back pay comes in. Best of luck to...

Is it possible to be a Employer (of your own business) and receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

I agree with both my colleagues. I think you are running close to having problems with SSA. There are certainly circumstances where you can try...

I was recieving a LTD check from and insureance co. and payed back my portion,should they not resume payments to me?

I agree with Mr. Bordelon. I am not sure what you were told was correct. Did you, or your SS attorney, ever request, receive and then review a...