I just started dialysis last month and I turn 66 in this May.

I agree with the previous responses. To simplify, you will be receiving "retirement" benefits instead of "disability" benefits simply because you...

If somebody getting his social security retirement monthly award dies does he loses his money or his wife abd kids keep getting

Mr. Pham's answer shows you that whether you and your children will receive benefits depends on many factors. Begin with the Social Security...

Social security benefits after divorce and death

To receive the benefits to have been married for ten years, and meet the age requirements. Unfortunately, if my math is correct, you were married...

Do I need a disability lawyer

"Appeal" is very vague as there are several levels of review, each with the right to appeal if you are denied. Not all Social Security attorneys...

Does the spouse have to be retired before the spouse benefits can be claimed?

To receive spousal retirement benefits, you must be at least 62 years old and your spouse must be receiving retirement or disability benefits. See:...

SSI/SSDI Attorney being present or doing a video hearing while i am present

I agree with Mr. Pont, particularly regarding having a local attorney who is familiar with the judge and his/her idiosyncrasies. However, it sounds...

SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY

It depends. The "winning" of the case is not what helps. There are different burdens of proof at play. However, the medical evidence or physical...

What does this letter from Social Security mean?

SSI is a needs based program, meaning you need to financially qualify if you are found disabled. It may be that a decision has been made in your...

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Disability lawyer?

First, you need to be sure you are on SSD rather than SSI, because the two programs differ regarding income. If you are in fact on SSD, and already...

Can my employer provide other entities my Social security number and personal information without my knowledge?

I also do not know why the would be unable to do so. However, consider that sometimes people consent or do have "knowledge" without realizing it,...