Can I get disability for diabetes?

Yes, you can if your diabetes keeps you from working more than 20 hours a week and/or earning more than $1180.00 per month before taxes are...

Permanent disability.

You can use the “Find a lawyer” service here on Avvo. Just make sure you retain an experienced attorney who specializes in Social Security...

Social Security Disability Question?

To eligible for Social Security disability, the medical problem has to have already lasted 12 months or is expected to last 12 months or is...

Summons for Medical Bills and Unemployed

I am redirecting this question to the bankruptcy section.

If I win a lawsuit will it affect my disability

It will depend on which disability program you are receiving benefits from: if SSI, “yes” - there will be a dollar-for-dollar reduction. If SSDI,...

Would I qualify for ssi based on my medical conditions?

If your medical conditions prevent you from working more than 20 hours per week and/or you earn less than $1180.00 gross per month and you meet the...

Can a third party creditor garnish my elderly parents Social Security and my father's retirement if both incomes are directly de

The SSI money cannot be garnished unless it is deposited into a bank account with other money. So I advise my clients to have one bank account just...

If you are receiving SSI benefits (not to be confused with SSDI benefits), then the answer is “yes.” Any income or assests received (i.e., the...

I'm 46 years old can i receive my parents ssi

If your parents are receiving SSI, the answer is “no”. However, if you are unable to work because of medical problems, you can apply for yourself.

Can I cash a check that is made out to a friend in care of myself? ?

No, the check belongs to the person to whom the check is made out to.