Difference between SSID and Disability?

They're both disability programs administered by Social Security. One is for people who have worked and earned enough credits (SSDI) and the other...

A friend of mine is a widow who was recently awarded SSDI. Can she also apply for a social security widow's benefit?

She can apply for Disabled Widow's Benefits. She would not get paid for both SSDI under her own earnings and her late husband's earnings. She would...

Disability and retroactive

You should be asking your lawyer this question. Look at your fee agreement you signed with the lawyer. The standard fees set by Social Security is...

Should i file for social security disability myself or when i meet with a disability lawyer will they file for me?

It's probably better to have a good attorney start the application with you. There may be very important questions that SSA will ask that a lawyer...

Question concerning reinstatement of SSI benefits for special needs children. Special circumstances.

You can contact the County Bar Association and the Legal Aid Society. Make sure to get your old lawyer to withdraw his or representation and waive...

Do any of you handle SSI denial claims ?

There are plenty of SSI and SSDI attorneys. You can search for some on Avvo and also contact the Bar Association. Make sure whoever you hire is an...

Do I qualify for social security disability benefit?

It's certainly possible you may qualify for Social Security Disability. I believe if you're going to have cochlear implants, you should at least...

Whether you file tax as a professional gambler is a question best answered by a tax attorney or CPA. Keep in mind gambling can be considered work...

Can a attorney ask for how you pay for insurance when representing you for SSI?

One big problem you have is that you're being represented by an advocate and not an attorney. An advocate is a fancy word for someone who is not an...

Social Security disability advocate attorney

You can search for attorneys by clicking on the Find a Lawyer link at the top of the page. Make sure you get a real attorney, not just an advocate....