On Disability what is time period it takes to have a hearing after your 60 days are up and your attorney has submitted an appeal

Sometimes the appeals can take up to 18 to 24 months at the Appeals Council. Sorry, but there is just the one appeals office for all ALJ...

My colleagues are correct. A special needs trust, if done properly, will work. A standard or "normal" truyst will not work, so hire an attorney...

How many hours are considered part-time in California per week as of 2012?

If you are getting SSI, there is almost a dollar for dollar reduction from your SSI benefits for any income you have including financial support,...

Hi, I believe SSA made a mistake when computing the numbers when I applied for benefits for my newborn Son......

Math and Social Security do not mix. Without workers' compensation, the math is easy - the child can get up to 1/2 of your benefit rate, if the...

Does any one need to pay taxes on SSI when they first receive it?

If you mean SSI, probably not. If you mean SSDI, then maybe. I advise my clients that receive a large back due payment to talk to their tax...

I am on Supplemental Social Security Disability and made partial payments, but know am set to go to trial over current arrears.

You might as well get the records now anyway, as SSA policy is that all claims are supposed to be reviewed every 5 to 7 years. That way, you will...

Married in Nov2006 became ill in Feb.06. Prior to marriage I worked three days per week, on disability presently.Filing for

I concur. Talk to an attorney right away.

Can a lawyer help me in a case against dhs

Good answer by my colleague. Sorry for your bad luck.

Will social security child benefits continue after a divorce ?

Becasue she is getting nbenefits on your account, her benefits will continue until she is 18 or graduates high school. The divorce will not affect...

My long term disability ins co cut me off before i was awarded ssi saying they believe i am no longer disabled.

First, it is almost standard that you sign a reimbursement agreeement in order to get LTD benefits - all policies require that now. Actually, I...