A year ago my (innocent) friend was a victim of gun violence. Can he get disability benefits?

I'm sorry to hear about your friend. Depending on his work history, income and resources, he may get SSDI and/or SSI if he can prove he's disabled....

Will my RSDI monthly check from Social Security Disability change in amount if I move from MN to WI? I am 65 and disabled.

SSDI is a federal program and your benefits will be the same.

I have diabetic neuropathy, suffer from depression, have social anxiety, and panic attacks. Can I get supplemental social secu

It's not possible to assess your chances of getting SSI, assuming you even meet the financial requirements. Your eligibility will depend on your...

I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when i was 21,and struggle with the condition everyday. is disability a possibility?

Social Security Disability is a possibility, assuming you have enough work credits. If you do not have enough work credits, SSI is also a...

My Social Security Disability Benefit For Minor Child Being Paid To Ineligible Ex (and all my food stamps)

Your child's auxiliary benefits belongs to your child. Unless your ex is misusing the auxiliary benefits, he/she is not taking away your child's...

I am being accused of owning my own business and working when im not so social security keeps lowering my cheak for extra income

Someone may be using your Social Security number. Ask the Social Security office where they're getting this information and get documentation....

My 9 year old child recives ssi 4 herself, if my new husband legaly adopts her will she loose her benefits&medicaid?

Yes, it is possible she may lose her SSI. SSI is a means-tested program and is based not only on disability, but also on financial need. Consider...

Social Security ALJ Hearing Records Confidential?

Social Security records are confidential from the public. They're not easily accessible unless you work for Social Security or you're the appointed...

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My 55 yr old niece is on SSD. She has $15,000 + - in a 401K. Can she access her money without losing her SSD?

Your niece will be able to keep her SSD benefits. SSD is not means-tested so she can access her 401k and keep SSD benefits. Whichever method she...