SS early retirement vs disability

Your benefits should not decrease. If you remain disabled your benefits should increase when you reach full retirement age. Take a look at your...

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It's possible that someone could be using your Social Security number for employment. I represented several claimants where I've looked at their...

If I divorce my spouse, can I collect from his social security benefits?

If you don't have enough credits then you will not qualify for SSDI on your own earnings. You may qualify for SSI, which does not require credits,...

Social Security Disabilty Payments

You may get a decision faster, but there really is no deadline for anything. The decision gets forwarded to the field office which then forwards...

Can an elderly person receive their own Social Security benefits plus their deceased spouse's Social Security benefits?

She can receive the higher of the two amounts. To be sure, ask her to contact the SSA office and find out if she is receiving the highest amount...

Is it worth appealing my 1st time approved, ssd monthly payment of $2,000 for a 19 month onset date change payoff?

You ask a very good question and researched the possible consequences. As you know, you run the risk of being found not disabled if you appeal....

Can long term disability take money out of my account even though it's social security?

Take a look at your LTD policy. Most LTD policies require reimbursement of benefits if you receive SSDI.

What legal recourse is possible for my SSI benefits stopped due to false info to SS from Step-Mom? Slander & Damages, no income.

You were working as a DJ whether you were paid or not. A person can be considered engaging in substantial gainful activity even if they do not get...

Is a disabled person eligible for SS Disability Benefits (Pension) if he still (temporarily) has another sourse of income?

Pensions should not affect Social Security Disability benefits, but it can affect SSI benefits. He should still apply.

How long does it take for social security to make a decision on a disability case after the exhibits are received

It depends on the case and the judge. At my nearest hearing office it takes about 1 to 4 months, but there is no deadline to make a decision. I've...