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Who's not afraid to go after Social Security for their corruptness, inability to follow their own rules, and tragic mistakes?

Clifford's answer | Answered on July 04, 2016

I believe my colleagues have given good responses. I will add this: You may contact your local city, county or state bar association to see if...

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Can I get ssi/ssdi if I'm currently working, but am low income

Clifford's answer | Answered on July 02, 2016

You need to talk to a local attorney. While my colleagues are correct that you can earn up to $1130 according to the regulations, in actuality...

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Will my SSI benefit be deducted if i received $550 unused sick leave ,used vacation and non 401k/IRA retirement saving $1600.

Clifford's answer | Answered on July 02, 2016

If you are getting SSI then it might impact your benefits for 1 or 2 months. But if your monthly rate is based on your earnings when you worked,...

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Can I file for my ex husbands social security?

Clifford's answer | Answered on July 02, 2016

If you are unmarried and age 62, and if your ex is getting Social security retirement or SS disability yes. Here is the link to the SSA website...

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"Do" I have a better chance of ssdi approval with a local attorney, maybe they know the court better?

Clifford's answer | Answered on July 02, 2016

There are a number of good, local SS attorneys in your area. Contact a local attorney for help.

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Anyone want to ghost write for me in Federal Circuit Court SSD claim or take the claim over.

Clifford's answer | Answered on November 22, 2015

I agree that this site is probably not the best place to find an attorney. You may contact your local city, county or state bar association to...

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Social Security told me I can receive back payment from the last 5 years, should I accept this money?

Clifford's answer | Answered on September 06, 2015

Hmmm. This does not sound correct. SSA has no program where you can get five years of benefits based on a recent application. The furthest back...

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If I have power of attorney can i go to the social security office and file for widows benefits for my sister*

Clifford's answer | Answered on September 06, 2015

SSA now prefers applications being filed on line. Go to www.ssa.gov and you can start the process there. It is very likely she will not need to...

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I applied for ssd benefits for my kids since their father recieves ssd. They get $28/month. dad gets $800. Does this seem rite?

Clifford's answer | Answered on September 06, 2015

It may be correct. Benefits for dependents and for the wage earner (dad) are based on the earnings on which taxes were paid. So if dad earned...

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My sister is on Social security, her payee's has spent all but aprox. $300 without her knowledge and it wasn't spent on on her.

Clifford's answer | Answered on September 06, 2015

I agree with Mr. Pham. Contact SSA immediately - they are looking for fraud like this. Here is a...

Clifford Michael Farrell's Answers (2698)

Who's not afraid to go after Social Security for their corruptness, inability to follow their own rules, and tragic mistakes?

Can I get ssi/ssdi if I'm currently working, but am low income

Will my SSI benefit be deducted if i received $550 unused sick leave ,used vacation and non 401k/IRA retirement saving $1600.

Can I file for my ex husbands social security?

"Do" I have a better chance of ssdi approval with a local attorney, maybe they know the court better?

Anyone want to ghost write for me in Federal Circuit Court SSD claim or take the claim over.

Social Security told me I can receive back payment from the last 5 years, should I accept this money?

If I have power of attorney can i go to the social security office and file for widows benefits for my sister*

I applied for ssd benefits for my kids since their father recieves ssd. They get $28/month. dad gets $800. Does this seem rite?

My sister is on Social security, her payee's has spent all but aprox. $300 without her knowledge and it wasn't spent on on her.