Social security fees

Attorney's fees must be approved by Social Security. He can appeal the Social Security's decision, but he cannot collect attorney's fees unless...

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Should I qualify for SSI and start receiving the benefits in a shorter time manner than average since I've had a TBI and stroke?

There is a presumptive disability for claimants who've had a stroke that occurred more than 3 months in the past resulting in continued marked...

I am receiving SSI and disability. Is there a way to collect all my backpay at one time instead of spread out over six months?

There are a couple ways to get the entire lump sum for SSI recipients: 1) if you have a medical condition which is expected to result in death...

Social security records

The initial application takes about 5 to 6 months to make a decision. If you're denied at the initial state, the next level called Reconsideration...

If I marry, will I loose my disability benefits?

If you're receiving SSDI based on your own earnings and SSDI contributions, marriage will not affect your benefits. If you receive SSDI based on...

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How do I release my social security attorney if I can't get him to contact me?

You can contact the Social Security office and notify in writing that you are terminating him as your attorney. It's best to do this in person and...

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SSI or Disability Benefits for Autism

If your child gets SSI, he would also be eligible for Medicaid. Medicaid would cover doctor co-pays assuming his doctor accepts Medicaid. It would...

I was prev. denied for social security disability and now I don't have enough work quarters to qualify, is it too late to appeal

It is too late to appeal the prior decision. You have 60 days to appeal decisions. Were you denied by a judge or were you denied at a lower level...

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For Social Security hearings, yes. However, it's generally better to be represented by local attorneys because they are more likely to be familiar...

Can I receive both SSDI and SSI?

Some people can receive SSDI and SSI at the same time. This is for people who receive a lower amount than what SSI pays. In such case, their...