Questions answered by Amy L Foster

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Social Security Disability denied by ALJ judge. General question: Appeal to review council or new claim?

Amy's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

It makes sense to consult with an attorney on this one. Because you can't file an appeal and refile a new case except in extremely limited...

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I moved and had applied to social security disability what should I do

Amy's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

You don't lose your place in line, so the only reason the lawyer might have for saying that is if you're moving to a place that has a much longer...

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Do I really need a disability lawyer

Amy's answer | Answered on February 26, 2015

Probably. It really can depend on what area of law you're looking at. Are you looking at disability accommodations? Disability benefits? ...

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I am on SSI for anxiety and want to get married, how bad are the penalties and is there a way around some of them?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 26, 2015

Your calculation isn't quite right. You would only count 126.50 of his income against your SSI benefits. It's complicated, but once you get...

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Can I collect on my wifes socil security she made two and half what imade

Amy's answer | Answered on February 19, 2015

Yes. Go into the local office and tell them you want to file for spousal benefits. This website will explain more. ...

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I am a 100% disabled and total and permanent disabled veteran of the U.S. Army. Can I apply for Social Security Disability?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 10, 2015

You're in Texas which is in the 5th circuit. Because the VA and Social Security are both federal programs, a 100% VA disability rating is supposed...

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How can i prove Lifeways is stealing money from my son's account? And isnt he suppose to have a separate account?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 10, 2015

You need to actually report it as representative payee fraud. You need to report it to the Office of Inspector General fraud website. Go to this...

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SSDI and owning a hotel ( absentee run)

Amy's answer | Answered on February 10, 2015

I agree with the other attorneys but be very careful how you file your taxes and make sure nothing is filed in any way that looks like earned...

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Do I qualify for Disability with SSA even if I do not have 4 quarters and I am now an adult and have moved out of MA?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 09, 2015

Yes, contact an employment attorney. If you're looking at Social Security, remember, you're not just looking at whether you can do a job in your...

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My daughters ex-husband was overpaid $30,000 worth of social security a few years ago.

Amy's answer | Answered on February 09, 2015

Why hasn't your ex-son-in-law just done a payment plan? Social Security will settle for a very small amount per month. He can keep his tax refund...

Amy L Foster's Answers (61)

Social Security Disability denied by ALJ judge. General question: Appeal to review council or new claim?

I moved and had applied to social security disability what should I do

Do I really need a disability lawyer

I am on SSI for anxiety and want to get married, how bad are the penalties and is there a way around some of them?

Can I collect on my wifes socil security she made two and half what imade

I am a 100% disabled and total and permanent disabled veteran of the U.S. Army. Can I apply for Social Security Disability?

How can i prove Lifeways is stealing money from my son's account? And isnt he suppose to have a separate account?

SSDI and owning a hotel ( absentee run)

Do I qualify for Disability with SSA even if I do not have 4 quarters and I am now an adult and have moved out of MA?

My daughters ex-husband was overpaid $30,000 worth of social security a few years ago.