I applied for disability in October 31, 2010 both times denied. Hearing was November 14, 2014 and still no answer yet. Why?

There are no set times. The time is governed by the ALJ's caseload and usual turn around time. Usually has nothing to do with how "good" the case...

We signed a contract for guardianship of a puppy, with a $1000 deposit. The deposit to be returned with first 2 breedings.

Depends on what contract says exactly. Probably a small claims case. You might want to spend a little to have an attorney review the contract to...

Am I able to get money from anyone if my friend caused a 3 car crash and I was a passenger in his car?

Yes, assuming he or you have insurance--or if another driver was at least partially at fault (and has insurance). Contact an injury attorney who...

Hire an attorney. Under 100mph and the atty may be able to get it to non-moving. If not, you still want counsel to help you weigh all options.

What does this mean"we denied liability and have received no further inquiry from the claimant" terms used by insurance company.

It probably means they denied liability of coverage to the other car or driver/passengers and have received no further response from the other...

I am sorry for your loss. A brother is not in the first class entitled to sue. If there is no surviving spouse, children, father or mother still...

How exactly does a settment work

Settlement does not apply to Social Security claims. You might be referring to some other sort of adversarial situation (Social Security is...

Will I need a lawyer

The rules of civil procedure will apply. And the fact you won in small claims means nothing. It is a trial de novo. You are not going to be able...

Why Was I REALLY Denied?

You need to show your denial letter to a ssdi attorney. You likely only have 60 days from date of denial to appeal, so the sooner the better.

I want an idea of the kind of settlement I should be looking for after my accident.

Until you are done trearing it is too early to tell. It is also not clear you have an attorney.If you don't, hire an experience injury attorney. ...