Only you can decide if it is worth your time, money and effort to file a small claims court case over $500.

Maybe, depending on your age and several other things you do not mention including whether you're working or disabled. This link explains further:...

These are questions you should be discussing only with your criminal defense attorney. Stop posting details on public websites.

A "congressional inquiry" by the office of one of your US Senators or or US Congressperson usually gets fairly quick results. You cannot charge...

You should retain a local criminal defense attorney and discuss these issues only with them. Post nothing further on public website or the internet.

Your question does not raise any Constitutional issues.

I agree with Mr. Ostfeld. You will never be offered fair value unless you have a lawyer.

You are free to contact the police but I for one doubt they will pursue this based upon the your description of events.

You should reach out to a local family law or matrimonial attorney.

SSI, no since that is a type of welfare benefits for the disabled which has very strict and very low income / asset limits. SSDI, maybe depending...