Illinois Social Security Disability Legal Questions

Hi, you do ask two questions. A felon is a person who has been convicted of a crime. A fugitive is a person who has attempted to escape law enforcement. I would just call your local SSA office.                Scott F. Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841... Read More

Hi, very sorry to hear of all your medical issues. If you have enough work credits and applying for SSDI, your spouses income will not matter. Now if you do not have the sufficent work credits and apply for SSI, his income would more than likely make you ineligible for that particulat benefit. Again, very sorry to hear of all your medical condtions. Take care.             Scott Bocchio 855-254-7841 https://www.yourlegalrightsadvocates.com/... Read More

Were you denied at the initial stages?  If you eanr over a certain amount of income Social Secrurity won't even consider your application.   Feel free to call our office if you need help.   Scott F. Bocchio, Esq President Legal Rights Advocates P 855-254-7841 www.YOURLEGALRIGHTSADVOCATES.COM ... Read More

You are only eligible for SSI if your SSDI does not meet the SSI monthly payment ($771 in 2019).  Then, SSI is used to "top up" the SSDI to the SSI minimum.  In some states, receiving SSI entitles you to Medicaid.  Depending on your income, Medicaid then pays part or all of the Part A or Part B Medicare premium (Someone who has received SSDI for 24 months is eligible for Medicare). There is no restriction on how you spend your SSDI. SSI can only be spent for shelter, food and medical expenses.  ... Read More

Chuck,  the only way to answer your question is by conducting an intake and submitting an application.  We then gather all medical documents and wait for SSA to make a decision.   Feel free to give us a call 855-254-7841.   Attorney Scott Bocchio  Legal RIGHTS Advocates www.yourlegalrightsadvocates.com ... Read More

You may apply but you must meet the asset requirements for SSI benefits as this is the type of application it will be (Supplemental Security Income).   The following is from the Social Security Administration website (www.ssa.gov): "Anyone who is:   aged (age 65 or older);   blind; or   disabled.   And, who:   has limited income; and   has limited resources; and   is a U.S. citizen or national, or in one of certain categories of aliens; and     In general, an alien who is subject to an active warrant for deportation or removal does not meet the citizenship/alien requirement.   is a resident of one of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, or the Northern Mariana Islands; and   is not absent from the country for a full calendar month or  for 30 consecutive days or more; and   applies for any other cash benefits or payments for which he or she may be eligible, (for example, pensions, Social Security benefits); and   gives SSA permission to contact any financial institution and request any financial records about you; and   files an application; and   meets certain other requirements."   For more information go to http://goo.gl/OXsmn   ... Read More

First, the money is your son's ... it is not your "income."  If the funds are used to benefit him, that is to provide him housing, I don't think this is a problem.  I do not believe that it is illegal if the rent is greater than his benefit check. Because you live in Illinois, you will want to speak to a local attorney.  Click the picture of the house above (next  to "Find a Lawyer") to find an attorney that can help.  Your type of law is "Residential Real Estate.... Read More

Time is not on your side.  Sixty (60) days from the date of the decision, if you wish to appeal, you must file in Federal District Court.  If you don't have a lawyer, and want to appeal, you better start looking. An issue that is important is "date last insured."  The ALJ put that date in the decision after your hearing.  If that date is in the future, a new application may be the correct route.   A new application can be filed even if you do file the Federal Court action. A consultation with an experienced attorney would be recommended at this point.   If you have not had an attorney until now, you should meet with one. Lawyers.com makes this easy with this website http://www.lawyers.com/social-security-disability/all-cities/illinois/law-firms/?ns=y&st=q&form=LHOM&tier=-1 should reveal Illinois attorneys that handle Social Security Disability.  Be sure to review this excellent article http://research.lawyers.com/How-to-Hire-the-Right-Lawyer.html... Read More

Yes, you must disclose that you previously received workers' compensation benefits.  If you applied, and did not reveal this information, it could result in an overpayment of benefits to you.  One of the questions in the application specifically asks about workers' compensation.  There are serious penalties for not being truthful on your application. Follow this link to information on the Social Security Administration website about the impact workers' compensation benefits have on Social Security Disability benefits.  It states: If you receive workers' compensation or other public disability benefits and Social Security disability benefits, the total amount of these benefits cannot exceed 80 percent of your average current earnings before you became disabled. There is a wealth of information for you to review.  It sounds as though you should apply, and it can be done easily at this link.  To find an attorney in your area that handles Social Security Disability law, go to http://www.lawyers.com/Social-Security-Disability/browse-by-location.html  and click the State in which you live. PLEASE NOTE that an in person consultation is always best when you have a legal problem. DO NOT RELY on information for a legal remedy without having contacted a lawyer. Facts and circumstances of every case have to be applied to the law that is relevant for the state or location in question. NEVER rest on a right or defense you may have. Legal rights are not like wine - they don't improve with age or time. Time limits can completely prohibit recovery. SEEK LEGAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY. Be sure to visit my website for answers to other Social Security Disability questions. ... Read More