Can I receive short term disability from California or the federal government after being released from jail?

Short answer to eligibility question concerning California SDI is “maybe”: depends on if you paid into the program via state payroll withholdings...

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Do I have a realistic shot to win a social security appeal?

Social Security uses a five-step evaluation process to determine whether or not a person meets the definition of what it means to be "disabled" for...

I was told by my lawyer's representative that to appeal my denial she would rather have something to send with the appeal.

I am sorry to hear that you feel that you representative isn't communicating effectively with you concerning your claim. It might be helpful if you...

Yes, he can file but there are several questions that would need to answered to determine if the claim would pay. You would probably want to start...

Is there a mandatory 1 year waiting period (since you last worked) before someone can receive disability?

A claimant for Social Security disability benefits and/or SSI must have a medical condition(s) that are severe in that they interfere with the...

As a general rule, SSDI is subject to child support garnishments regardless of who the wage earner was. A child’s welfare is prioritized over a...

If you have been paying Social Security withholdings for 5 out of the last 10 years, you should be eligible for Social Security Disability...

First, the Casino will report your winnings to the IRS who will inform Social Security. Second, for the month you received your winnings in, you...

Good that you took the time to review your file. Could be many reasons: SSA didn’t bother, the records are too far in the past and the schools no...

Employer asking my marital status, mortgage payments, childcare, asking if i have family and kids?

All illegal. Speak to a lawyer who specializes in employment law.