Mr. Pont is correct. I would add that SSA would likely treat any earnings such as royalities as unearned income. But if you are doing business-like...

The month that you are paid the winnings will most likely disqualify you for an SSI check for that month. If you received an SSI check in the...

You can appeal the determination. Instructions on how to do that are included in the Notice of Award letter that you should be receiving if you...

Mr. Pont is correct. You have 65 days from the date on the denial notice you received to appeal. Consult with a local attorney experienced in...

For purposes of SSDI eligibility, sweepstakes winnings would not be disqualifying as Social Security would consider them to be “passive earnings”....

I agree with Mr. Pont. Also, given the medical conditions you listed, the 50 year old rule you are referencing probably would not be applicable....

The short answer is “yes”but you would be well advised to speak with an experienced and knowledgeable attorney to review the specific facts of your...

Don’t try to figure ir out before you have received the written Notice of Decision from the judge: online info and even hearing office staff often...

SSDI benefits are subject to garnishment for certain government debts which may include unemployment benefits overpayments. You should consult with...

Yes, you will need what’s called a longitudinal medical record created by people with M.D.s after their names that establishes a diagnosis and the...