CAN I FILE FOR MY EXWIFE'S SOCIAL SECURITY?

You may be able to receive survivor's benefits depending on your age and whether you're already collecting Social Security benefits. Contact Social...

Was wondering if someone can receive survivor benefits and disability at the same time ?

You can receive whichever is the higher amount.

What are the top 5 reasons the social security appeals council will review or reactivate a claim on their own?

You or your attorney will have to appeal. Do not rely on the Appeals Council to review a claim on their own.

Will my husband get more in his SSD check when our daughter turns 18

No. Your husband's benefits should not increase because your daughter turns 18.

OF SOCIAL SECURITY

If you receive back pay, you have 9 months to spend down to below the resource limit. If you receive back pay in installments, you get 9 months...

SSDI determination question

It varies. A decision can take less than a month, but sometimes more. DDS will let you know if there is anything else they need. If you receive a...

My husband has applied for disability and has been denied numerous times. He has health problems and unable to work or see a dr.

Consider looking for a good local attorney to help with the claim, especially at the hearing. You'll want one who has experience with the judges in...

I'm currently receiving ssi benefits. I lost my home in foreclosure. will that affect my benefits, the fact that I'm homeless?

I'm sorry to hear you lost your home. Your home was an excluded asset from your resource limit as long as you lived in it. Being homeless by itself...

Yes, it's possible if you're still disabled and meet the income/resource qualifications. Contact SSA once you're below the resource limit. Some...

What are my chances of winning a Social Security Disability case in front of a hearing judge if I'm working part time?

I don't think anyone here can tell you what your chances of winning without more information. Your part-time job and your ability to take care of...