What would I have to do if I want to open my own business would I have to get a lawyer to stop my benefits

It would depend on which disabiltiy program you are receiving benefits under: if you are on SSDI, then you may be eligible for a "trial work...

If she is in fact receiving SSDI benefits and not SSI benefits, then it will not be an issue as long as she is unable to work. For purposes of...

The amount will be different because California adds about $250 to SSI payment of $750.

Will I get cut off SSI in Mn if I won a substantial prize in a casino? Valued at 21k

You are required to report it immediately as is stated in every communication you get from Social Security. Social Security will count the full...

What are the chances of me being awarded SSDI, we're I to pursue it?

To have any chance of being awarded disability benefits you MUST be seeing a doctor. Without medical documentation of a health condition that...

What can I do to get my husband approved for disability for his epilepsy?

Social Security uses something called the “5 Step Sequential Evaluation Process” to determine if a person meets their definition of what it means...

HOW DO I GET MY JUDGEMENT PAID WHEN THE PERSON RECIEVES SSI?

If the only source of incone is SSI, then your debtor is “judgment proof” meaning you can’t collect the debt.

How do I find an advocate to assist me in finding a lawyer and getting paperwork done because I am seriously mentally ill

You can reach out to the lawyers here in Avvo: try the “find a lawyer feature”. I’m sure somebody will be able to help.

Should I hire a lawyer for my Social security disability case?

Ok. Several issues here: 1) Start seeing your own doctor: social security disability is based on medical proof of the existence of a medical...

For pro bono lawyers, try legal aid. You should know though that most lawyers who charge a fee, do so on a contigency basis meaning they only get...