18 year old mother with chronic pain and mental illness, can I apply for disability?

There are many issues here that I'd advise you to speak to an attorney about. But, I'd say if you sincerely believe that you cannot work that you...

Where do I begin to find out if I qualify for partial disability and how do I apply.

I would begin by scheduling a free consultation with an experienced social security attorney. I've often met with clients before they've stopped...

Which medical records will Social Security collect for claimants?

They will request the records that you indicate in your application or appeal, but if they do not come in they will not go out and hunt them down,...

Why is it difficult to meet a disability listing?

A diagnosis of a medical condition alone is not enough to satisfy this criteria. All of these criteria need to be clearly documented. And yes,...

Would I be entitled to Social Security as as a veteran with 40% service-connected disability?

I would absolutely advise you to file. And, if you do have a service connected disability, your case should be expedited. Talk to an experienced...

Do I qualify for disability?

There are many factors that would affect your ability to collect SSI benefits, too numerous to cover in a Q & A of this nature. You should find a...

When should I apply for SSI?

I'm sure that all claimants want to win at the initial stage, but that is a tall feat that depends on many, many factors. I would contact an...

The ALJ should give more credit to your treating physicians who have observed you over the long term instead of their consultative examiner who...

My wife make about 26000 a year and my daughter is 14 she get social security around 500 a month I make 1050 a month off social

I've practiced family law in Franklin County, Ohio in the past. In my experience, you would most likely not get spousal support because your wife...

If someone is currently working can he get social security and the leave work?

The first hurdle you have to cross in a Social Security claim is whether the person is engaging in Substantial Gainful Activity ($1070 per month in...