Can a person receive social security disability if they're already collecting social security?

I agree that if your husband is still younger than his full "normal retirement age," applying for Social Security disability benefits may be...

Is it legal for a ALJ to ammend my onset citing change in disability from physical to mental When the two are connected?

The ALJ cannot actually amend your onset date - only you or your representative can do that - but what he can do is he can make a "partially...

Getting better while receiving disability benefits

I agree with Ms. Joy. Depending on this woman's education and work experience, she may be able to improve quite a bit and still qualify for...

Can I apply for SSD while I'm off on short term disability receiving benefits.

If you think you might be disabled longer than 12 months, you should apply for SSD as soon as possible, because it can take quite some time to get...

Please help me in regards to an authenticated document that was sent to my insurance company. Can I go to Small Claims Court?

Depending on whether you originally got your disability insurance at work or not, taking them to Small Claims court could not just be a bad idea,...

I broke company policies in an effort not to go on disability and my employer is reviewing my case for discipline or termination

I agree with Mr. Angel. I see things like this often, in my practice helping people with disability claims. Those claims can be made more...

SS disability becomes retirement @ age 66. Can this be garnished because of the name change?

I think the other attorneys may have misunderstood your question. It sounds like you're asking about the "name change" of Social Security...

Can I apply for disability if I have no idea how long I will be disabled? My short term disability thru job will expire soon.

I agree with Mr. Neel - when in doubt (about when you may be able to return to work), apply for all the disability benefits you are eligible for...

I am not a California attorney and I can't speak to any special laws that may apply there, so you may indeed want to consult with a licensed...

Is retirement wages used in calculating ss disability benefits?

It doesn't sound like that income will count towards your Social Security benefits. First of all, your Social Security benefit is based on your...

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