I have a question about Disability?

The short answer is "no, not on its own." The longer answer is that it may help. In terms of your ability to work, if you are found unable to...

If given permission by my father who BTW has the same name as me, can I cash his checks?

You can not legally cash your father's checks, regardless of your name being the same as his. The only way to do it legally is for your father to...

When should I receive a letter from the Social Security?

You will almost certainly have to wait a minimum of 3 months. At my usual Office of Hearings and Appeals, it is currently taking more like 4 months...

You can write the letter yourself, but it is unlikely be of much help to you. Social Security law is not as straightforward as you might hope, and...

II was wonder how long it takes to receive a letter of approval?

While the times will vary due to different judges' quirks in managing the decision writing process, on average right now it takes 3-4 months for a...

The time will vary to some extent between jurisdictions, so if you have an attorney you should ask them. In my area of the country, the standard...

My sister has been trying to get SSI for over two years. Want to find out if it is still has any kind of chance at getting it?

While I can not answer whether she has any chance based on just your message, she has a slim chance at the Appeals Council level because (a) few...

Your question shows you have two major impediments to winning a case: 1) Representing yourself is not a good idea, even if you had good medical...

SSDI

Please check in with your lawyer. When you apply, you should expect a minimum of 90 days for a decision, but often it will take longer (in the 4-6...

How do I stop SSA payments due to death of payee? I am her husband.

Call the Social Security 800 number (800-772-1213) or visit your local Social Security office (use this handy locator if you don't know where it is...