Is there a way I can find out if my mom's, who passed away in April 2015, POA has filed a probate? She lived in another state

Yes. Several ways to determine if probate initiated in another state: -ask sister, easiest; -review probate court filings in Florida Yes. You...

How can get the amount I was told for social security disability?

Carefully review your Notice of Award letter. Award Letter sets forth amount of award. Benefits may be reduced by other income such as: workers...

How are appeals filed to social security appeals council, electronically or by mail?

You may file appeal electronically or by mail. I suggest electronically because it is easier to track. Appeals often take more that two and...

SSi maximum benefit is $733 per month. I am not familiar with SSP benefit. Do you mean SSD?

No. You will not lose disability benefit if you gamble online. Money you receive is yours to do with as you please.

Does social sec. form from MD indicating fa is incapable of managing benefits and finances due to dementia proof of incapacity?

Maybe. Proof of incapacity usually stated in the trust. Often single, sometimes, more than one, declaration of incapacity sufficient to establish...

This of social security

You may earn amount stated for 11 months before triggering loss of benefits.

What would a quick review by the social security appeals council indicate? Has anyone ever heard of 4 remands?

Neither common nor unheard of to experience four remands. Review all submissions, decisions, evidence with SS counsel to maximize positive outcome.

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If your pych meds keep you sedated/sleepy most of the time, will Ssa considered you disabled,?

Yes. Side effects of psych meds cause work limitations. Yes. SS does consider side effects when making determination. Important that you doctor...

I have heard that social security disability rules change after 50, I'm 60, and I'm still getting denied?

Yes. Grid rules change at age 50. Be persistent. Review matter with SS counsel.