Linda A. Thomson's Answers (192)

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Whose fault is it when you are rear ended? and why would a insurance company not take liability?

Linda's answer | Answered on September 21, 2014

Obtain a copy of the police report and consult with an attorney. If it is just property damage, let your insurance company repair your car and...

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I was told my 10 yr old son should receive SS benefits while Iam alive. Iam on SSI. How do I get this done?

Linda's answer | Answered on September 21, 2014

You can contact Social Security and let them know you want to file the claim for the child's benefits. You may also receive back pay for the...

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Can your employer fire you while you're on workers comp. Can it be reversed

Linda's answer | Answered on September 21, 2014

You can be terminated while you are on workers compensation, but you would look at the reasons for the termination to determine whether you have...

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Receiving SSI (based on financial need/disability) If I find work, can't keep job due to disability, will I qualify again?

Linda's answer | Answered on September 20, 2014

Keep track of your earnings and any expenses required for you to be able to do the job. Report changes to SSA. Keep going to the doctors. If you...

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If I only have 18 out of 20 credits in the last 10 years which one needs for SSDI

Linda's answer | Answered on September 20, 2014

The phrase you quote has to do with auxiliary benefit claims that can be paid once a worker who is entitled to SSDI is found eligible for benefits....

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Am I Elgible for ssi/SSd i had a hernation disk from car accedent 3 years ago

Linda's answer | Answered on September 20, 2014

Social Security looks at whether you have been unable to engage in substantial gainful activity for five months and expected to be disabled for 12...

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Can supplemental security income make me take an early retirement?

Linda's answer | Answered on September 20, 2014

Because SSI is need based, you must apply for any other benefits you would be entitled to. The other benefit is then deemed unearned income for...

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Hi...my license and everything I have is in my middle name including my first social security card..I have always used my middle

Linda's answer | Answered on September 20, 2014

There has been a change to have all identification match. The social security card will have what is on the birth certificate. When you go to...

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In 1994 my father became disabled and had to retire at the age of 52. Bind er and binder took the case.

Linda's answer | Answered on September 20, 2014

The local office can review the amount that he is receiving and see if he is entitled to any other benefits, such as widower or divorced spouse...

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I was seen by a Dr. He stated that I do have a permanent impairment but he gave me a 0% impairment rating. What can I do?

Linda's answer | Answered on September 20, 2014

If the impairment rating is not from your treating doctor, show the report to your treating doctor and discuss it. If your treating doctor...

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