You'll need to prove you have been disabled since on or before your DLI to receive SSDI benefits. There should be several Social Security attorneys...

My father passed away. Will Inheritance effect my SS check?

Inheritance should not affect SSDI or Social Security retirement benefits, but may affect SSI and other needs-based benefits. Many people receive...

Do you think we can get SSI/Disability benefits? If yes, is there a lifetime cap on how much is given?

SSI is a needs-based program so your child would have to meet the income and resource requirements in addition to being disabled. There is no...

Can I get denied SSI for volunteering at the local animal shelter? Will it cause problems?

Part-time volunteer work by itself would not automatically disqualify a person from SSI, but it could be one of many factors used to decide if a...

Can a person receive benefits/back benefits from SSI and SSD??

A person can receive both SSDI and SSI if they meet the requirements for both programs. Usually this is the case for those who receive a small SSDI...

SSI application (living arrangement)

You will have to disclose your living situation. Assuming you're found disabled or you're age 65 or over, your living situation can affect the...

How does it work if he's on SSI and then I get approved for SSDI? Can his benefits be added to mine to increase our benefits?

His SSI benefits will likely be reduced if you're approved for SSDI, depending on the amount you receive.

My question is could that be a bad or a good thing?

You did not mention the VE's answer regarding transferable skills. If there are no transferable skills then it sounds good but nothing is official...

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Is that the law

Representative fees are set by SSA, which is currently up to 25% of the back pay, but capped at $6000 unless the case goes beyond the...

Is there a way to receive my $100,000.00 without losing my social security?

If you receive SSDI or SS retirement benefits you should be fine. If you receive SSI or other needs-based benefits then you have resource...