Applying for Social Security Disability/SSI. Will having 2 dependent children effect the amount I receive?

SSDI has no standard amount - it is totally dependent on earnings you reported and paid taxes on while working. And dependent children may also be...

Applying for SSI/SSD. Can I work while I'm waiting for an answer?

To det SSDI you have to prove you have been off work or will be off work 12 months in a row and will not be able to do any job. After that, you...

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Are my 18 year old twin daughters entitlted to receive retroactive SSDI payments from their father's benefits.

Maybe. If he is young and his earnings were not very high when he was working, there may not be any benefits for the children. Contact SSA and...

I got a SSDI denied letter

You may contact your local city, county or state bar association to see if they have a lawyer referral program, or you may contact your local legal...

How can I or can I even get Disability?

I agree with my colleagues - talk to an attorney. You may contact your local city, county or state bar association to see if they have a lawyer...

I think SSA is looking to decide if your overall activities prove you can work and is not just looking at the lack of earnings. And the decision...

My son receives sdi. Can he work part time and will tHis affect sdi or Medicaid?

It depends - on the kind of work (real job or "training" or sheltered work) and the rate of pay. There are deductions from SSI for money earned,...

CAN A DISABILITY INSURANCE COMPANY MAKE YOU APPEAL A DECISION FOR SOCIAL SECURITY AWARD IF YOU WERE : AWARDED DISABILITY, BUT...

I agree with my colleagues. Find a a local attorney - preferably one who handles LTD claims but is also familiar with SS law as well.

Is it possible for me to win my case without a lawyer?

It is possible, but not likely. Having an attorney help you at the hearing increase your chances suvstantially. Part of the reason you cannot...

I am 62, have a house, earned $550 per month and work history only 5 years can i apply social security?

You may be eligible for SSI, but I am not sure you meet the fully insured requirements for SS purposes. Here is the link to info about being...

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