If I'm on SSI and win a lawsuit that has nothing to do with my SSI, do I have to get off SSI?

SSI is a welfare program with income and resource restrictions. You'll have to report the lawsuit settlement or award and it could affect your...

I got approved in July For disability they said I was disabled since Feb I have a 5 month waiting period do I get backpay

It depends on what day in February your disability began. SSDI benefits can begin no earlier than 5 full months after the disability onset date or...

It depends on the judge. Your lawyer should have a better idea. You should ask your lawyer this question.

Was my children entitled to draw off their daddy?

If the father received SSDI, his children may have been eligible for auxiliary benefits. There are no auxiliary benefits for SSI.

HHow do I go about getting disability benefits for my wife?

For Social Security Disability benefits, she can apply with the Social Security office, online, or with an attorney. Avoid firms that use...

SSDI - Trying to terminate representation but attorney is ignoring my request?

Silence does not imply consent to terminate the agreement. You can unilaterally terminate the representation agreement by notifying SSA you are...

Do we have a social security claim?

I'm sorry for your loss. If your mother is found disabled, she may receive Disabled Widow's benefits. If she's not disabled, she may receive...

You'll be disqualified for SSI because the SSDI income will be more than the maximum SSI benefit. Your benefits should adjust accordingly. There is...

Is there a way to become the beneficiary of my late father's Social Security?

I'm sorry for your loss. Your dad's benefits is supposed to end when he passed away. Your mom should have notified SSA about your father's death....

How to stop ssi ?

Contact SSA and report changes in your income. He should not have to pay back all the years he received SSI if he was eligible for benefits during...