I recieve Social Security Disability being taken to court for a debt. Can they take my SSD from me? I earn less than $900.00.

1. In general, private creditors can't garnish SSD benefits. 2. In general, private creditors can't garnish a bank account without first getting...

Can I get food stamps or WIC (or other gov't help) if I am on SSI and pregnant/new mother?

Yes. You should enroll at the Miller Family Health Education Center at 3820 Cherry Avenue in Long Beach this morning. Here's some more...

I suspect there is something else going in your SSI file because normally, benefits are suspended when you are incarcerated for a period of time,...

I have already applied for SSI. Would applying for vocational rehabilitation services hurt my case?

Like Mr. Dugan stated, if you get a job, great! If not, you can show you tried. The important thing to remember is that if you are unwilling or...

SSDI converted into regular SS retirement insurance. Can I work part time?

Yes, you can work and still get benefits. Here is a link to Social Security's website that will likely answer every question you have. ...

Do I need to re sign appointment of representative, acceptance of appointment, and fee arrangement papers with the same firm for

Like Mr. Pham stated, if you want to stay with the same firm, then the initial documents should still be effective. If someone else's records...

How important are GAF scores when it comes to disability claims?

They are only one piece of the puzzle. SSA recently revised AM-13066 to include guidance on how to use a GAF rating. 1) GAF ratings are not...

Is it possible work while applying for Social Security Disability?

Yes it is. First, keep in mind that both Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits and Supplemental Security Income consider a person...

I spent my back pay disability

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. If you have doubts about your mom's ability to act as your representative payee, you should tell your...

Would I be entitled to Social Security as as a veteran with 40% service-connected disability?

You should apply for SSD. I would not wait on the VA to increase the rating. I encourage you to meet with a lawyer who focuses his practice on...