Questions answered by Samuel K. Silverman

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Can I apply for ssi if I have not been diagnosed with a mental illness but is suffering from a few if not one?

Samuel's answer | Answered on March 30, 2015

You can apply. And it may take close to two years to complete your case since a hearing may be needed. SSA will send you for a consult exam related...

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What are my chances of getting disability?

Samuel's answer | Answered on March 28, 2015

I agree with the other attorneys. If you have never worked and have consistent ongoing medical evidence and opinions from a psychiatrist and...

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Son's SSI back pay is supposed to be able to prevent him from being homeless. But SSI denied use to prevent foreclosure. HELP!

Samuel's answer | Answered on March 26, 2015

I am sorry, but it sounds like SSA is correct. SSA will not let you use the money for the house. His back pay will need to be given to him over...

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Ssd

Samuel's answer | Answered on March 24, 2015

You should fire them. You should first talk to other experienced local attorneys to make sure they will take your case. I get these calls a lot. It...

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SSA disability... am told it would take 15 months... anyway to reduce the wait

Samuel's answer | Answered on March 23, 2015

Every hearing office is different. The average is a little over a year wait from the time you request a hearing. You can ask for an expedited...

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Disability hearing - need a lawyer?

Samuel's answer | Answered on March 22, 2015

From what you have said it appears that you have been found not disabled at the local level and have asked for your benefits to continue while you...

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Diabetic struggles to continue working- how can she qualify for disability benefits and not go homeless in process- she must

Samuel's answer | Answered on March 18, 2015

If you make 1090 a month before taxes, you won't be able to pursue a claim. Part-time earnings below that amount won't stop your claim from being...

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Lawyer doesn't answer calls

Samuel's answer | Answered on March 17, 2015

There is no excuse for not returning calls. If this is really the case, find a new attorney and fire the other attorney, The new attorney should...

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Where do I find a Social Security Disability Lawyer

Samuel's answer | Answered on March 17, 2015

You should look for a local experienced attorney to talk to about you situation. AVVO would be a good place to start.

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Will I lose my social security disability if accept a check for personal injury auto settlement. I losing Medicare still ins tak

Samuel's answer | Answered on March 16, 2015

Your PI attorney should be answering these questions. If your attorney does not know the answers the attorney should consult with a social security...

Samuel K. Silverman's Answers (890)

Can I apply for ssi if I have not been diagnosed with a mental illness but is suffering from a few if not one?

What are my chances of getting disability?

Son's SSI back pay is supposed to be able to prevent him from being homeless. But SSI denied use to prevent foreclosure. HELP!

Ssd

SSA disability... am told it would take 15 months... anyway to reduce the wait

Disability hearing - need a lawyer?

Diabetic struggles to continue working- how can she qualify for disability benefits and not go homeless in process- she must

Lawyer doesn't answer calls

Where do I find a Social Security Disability Lawyer

Will I lose my social security disability if accept a check for personal injury auto settlement. I losing Medicare still ins tak