I get ssdi for me and my son at what age will it stop for him and will he still get it if he's. Goes to college or does he

His benefits will stop when he turns 18 of 19 if he's still in high school. It would also end if you stop receiving benefits.

If you're applying for SSDI, you'll be asked about your work history including the dates. It's okay to give an estimate of your start and end...

Can you be denied SSI just because you're young?

No, it cannot be the sole reason. However, age is one of many factors used to determine eligibility. If you have been denied, look at the notice....

Medicaid eligibility

SSI and Medicaid are need-based programs so your increase in income could potentially affect his eligibility and benefits. At 66, he does not need...

Do I need a Social Security lawyer in order to get my mother's benefits?

I'm sorry for your loss. You may not need a lawyer yet. Because you receive SSI/SSDI you're already disabled. The issue is when you became...

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How will Social Security decide if I can do my past work or not?

SSA will try to determine your residual functional capacity (RFC). Your RFC is what you're capable of doing despite your impairments. It's not so...

Can I speed up the reconsideration for my SSDI with help from an attorney?

Having an attorney doesn't always speed up the process. It sounds like the records have been submitted and you're just waiting on SSA and the state...

Can a letter from an employer be helpful in an SSI case if it isn't notarized?

It can still be helpful depending on what it says. It should be written on business letterhead with contact information and signed. What's most...

Once I have received disability, is there anything else that I can obtain?

You can receive Medicare after 2 years of SSDI. The 2 years SSDI requirement can include retroactive eligibility. Social Security does not use...

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