What long term compensation should one get from a permanently disabling work related injury?

I agree with Mr. Davis. If you say that working again is impossible, you may want to look into Social Security Disability. You can apply on your...

How many can SSDI go back for benefits?

Unfortunately you were given bad advice. SSDI back pay can go no further than 1 year prior to the date of application. This means that if you...

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Hello, my wife has major depression disorder. We have applied for SSI disability but were denied.

I'm sorry to hear about your wife's condition. Her depression certainly seems severe. She will not qualify for Social Security Disability if she...

Emailed received about viewing My Social Security Statement Disable 20yrs didn't work for 20 yrs what does I APPLICABLE MEAN

You received a standard reply. Not everyone is eligible for future benefits. Therefore, estimates of future benefits are only applicable if you are...

What is a Social Security Statement been on disability for 20 years now and have not worked in 20 years is this important?

It's a statement that tells people how much they earned from wages, how much they would collect if they retire at certain ages and how much they...

Social Security SSI Housing Allowance For Cost Sharing

SSI benefits are based on income and resources. If you receive income in the form of in-kind support and maintenance (rent or food subsidies), the...

If someone applies for SSI and gets denied then hires a lawyer to appeal it, how long does it usually take?

It depends on level of appeal. For most people the first level of appeal is the Request for Reconsideration which usually takes about 3 to 5...

How could a fair social security ALJ get around the treating physcians rule?

Generally, the appeals council will order a judge to consider a treating physician's report. Judges can still deny a claim after considering the...

Question about laws on moving

You're an adult. I don't see why you cannot move out unless your parents have conservatorship over you. You mentioned you have spina bifida which...

Can I live outside the USA and collect Social Security benefits?

62 is early retirement age. You may receive benefits abroad depending on your citizenship and what country you will move to. Contact Social...