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Who is the current Commissioner of the Social Security Administration?

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi, the acting Commissioner is Andrew Saul.               Scott Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841 
Hi, the acting Commissioner is Andrew Saul.               Scott Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841 

I turn 50 in Nov - I've been turned down for disability by an ALJ & thru the Appeals Council - is it better to wait to file til then? Not able to work

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi, sorry to hear of your troubles. Yes you can certainly hire a new attorney. I would call the Bar Association in your state and tell them what your situation is.               Scott F. Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841              ... Read More
Hi, sorry to hear of your troubles. Yes you can certainly hire a new attorney. I would call the Bar Association in your state and tell them what your... Read More

How can I check my elegibility for SSD?

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi, sorry to hear of your health issues. You can go to SSA. gov and create a profile. Within the profile you can determine if you have the adequate credits.                Scott F, Bocchio, Esq.    855-254-7841 
Hi, sorry to hear of your health issues. You can go to SSA. gov and create a profile. Within the profile you can determine if you have the adequate... Read More

SSDI question

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi, if you are currently employed then you do not qualify for unemployment benefits.                Scott F. Bocchio 855-254-7841  
Hi, if you are currently employed then you do not qualify for unemployment... Read More

Need a consultation

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi Andrea, very sorry to hear this. You can do a google search for attorneys that can conduct a consultation for you.                Scott F. Bocchio, Esq.   855-254-7841
Hi Andrea, very sorry to hear this. You can do a google search for attorneys that can conduct a consultation for... Read More

15 Years

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi, I am sorry to hear of your troubles. I would make sure all her medical records are up to date and get a statement from her doctors as well.             Scott Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841 
Hi, I am sorry to hear of your troubles. I would make sure all her medical records are up to date and get a statement from her doctors as... Read More

What is fugitive felon for social security benefits

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
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, 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... Read More

Gun laws in Wisconsin

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi Juan, are you asking if you can legally register a gun if you have a record?                Scott F. Bocchio, Esq.  855-254-7841
Hi Juan, are you asking if you can legally register a gun if you have a record?                Scott... Read More

My 11yr old son has ADHD (diagnosed in 3rd grade). Does he qualify for Supplemental Security Income benefits based on this disability?

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi, sorry to hear of your troubles. Your son may be eligible to receive SSI benefits. The IEP from his school will be important along with up to date medical records.              Scott F. Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841    
Hi, sorry to hear of your troubles. Your son may be eligible to receive SSI benefits. The IEP from his school will be important along with up to date... Read More

Do we have a case to move forward on?

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi Mike, very sorry to hear of your wife's condtion. She may be able to apply and receive SSI benefits. The way SSA is constructed would not allow her to apply for SSDI.               Scott F. Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841  
Hi Mike, very sorry to hear of your wife's condtion. She may be able to apply and receive SSI benefits. The way SSA is constructed would not allow... Read More

so, Im on social security but my conditions continue to get worse.... can i get more money?

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi, very sorry to hear of your medical issues. Your SSDI will not increase due to poorer health over time. You may be able to apply for VA benefits.                Scott F. Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841  
Hi, very sorry to hear of your medical issues. Your SSDI will not increase due to poorer health over time. You may be able to apply for VA... Read More

I have Chronic migraines and I can’t find a lawyer that will take my case what can I do

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi Jennifer, I am sorry to hear of all your health problems. Backing up your claim for disability will be key in a case like this. You could also request a postponement of your hearing if you cannot retain an attorney in time.          Scott F. Bocchio, Esq.  855-254-7841      ... Read More
Hi Jennifer, I am sorry to hear of all your health problems. Backing up your claim for disability will be key in a case like this. You could also... Read More

Need an attorney to help file for disability

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi Desiree, sorry to hear of your health issues. You do not need an attorney to file a SSDI or SSI claim. You can though hire an attorney at any level to help assisti in your claim.               Scott F. Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841   
Hi Desiree, sorry to hear of your health issues. You do not need an attorney to file a SSDI or SSI claim. You can though hire an attorney at any... Read More

I received a letter from SSA, reducing, then stopping my benefits, due to "overpayment". What can I do to fight this?

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi Debra, sorry to hear of this issue. Your benefits should still be ongoing. As for the overpayment, give SSA a call and explain that you can pay it back in small installments if needed.                Scott F. Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841 ... Read More
Hi Debra, sorry to hear of this issue. Your benefits should still be ongoing. As for the overpayment, give SSA a call and explain that you can pay it... Read More

Can a social security disability specialist help me get approved for benefits without an attorney

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi Antwan, if you decide to hire a representative, you should seek out an SSDI attorney or an advocate. If that person works for SSA then she cannot represent you in an SSDI claim.                Scott F. Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841  
Hi Antwan, if you decide to hire a representative, you should seek out an SSDI attorney or an advocate. If that person works for SSA then she cannot... Read More

Will I be able to qualify for ss due to i have lots of medical pronlems

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi Daisy, sorry to hear of your medical issues. SSA may deem you disabled. You would have to back up that claim with medical records and diagnostic testing. Those medical issues have to be proven to SSA that you cannot return to past work.              Scott Bocchio, Esq. Legal Rights Advocates 855-254-7841   ... Read More
Hi Daisy, sorry to hear of your medical issues. SSA may deem you disabled. You would have to back up that claim with medical records and diagnostic... Read More

Hi I'm 18 I get SSI and my mother refuses to give me any of my money like I want to use it on drivers ed classes a I'd she wont give me any what do I

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi Mariah, sorry to hear of your troubles. I feel like some information is missing here. Is your mother the payee of your benefits?                Scott Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841
Hi Mariah, sorry to hear of your troubles. I feel like some information is missing here. Is your mother the payee of your... Read More

How can judge deny client social security benefits but then orders client to go to therapy

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi, I am very sorry to hear of your health issues. I feel like I would need additional information to answer this question fully. You could have filed an Appeals Council review of the claim. I would speak to an attorney or advocate to determine the next course of action.               Scott Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841    ... Read More
Hi, I am very sorry to hear of your health issues. I feel like I would need additional information to answer this question fully. You could have... Read More

I'm bipolar my mother is my payee she liked to my doctor and social security that I don't know how to manage my money. I buy what I need she lies

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi Crystal, at some point SSA will want to review this case and you need produce medical records that back up your claim for disability.                Scott Bocchio, Esq.  855-254-7841  
Hi Crystal, at some point SSA will want to review this case and you need produce medical records that back up your claim for... Read More

If I am getting a disability retirement pension from my Union will this effect my possibility of getting Social Security Disability?

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi David, the pension will not effect your possibility of getting SSDI.                Scott Bocchio, Esq.  855-254-7841  
Hi David, the pension will not effect your possibility of getting SSDI.                Scott Bocchio,... Read More

Do annuity affect disability?

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi Denise, funds from an annuity will not affect your SSI.             Scott Bocchio, Esq.  855-254-7841  
Hi Denise, funds from an annuity will not affect your SSI.             Scott Bocchio,... Read More

Can I file another TPD if gotten worse?

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi, I am sorry to hear of all your medical issues. Yes you can file for another TPD. Take care.             Scott Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841 yourlegalrightsadvocates.com          
Hi, I am sorry to hear of all your medical issues. Yes you can file for another TPD. Take... Read More

I want to apply for SSD

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi, sorry to hear of your medical condtion and issues. If you are approved for SSDI at some point in the future that would not affect your settlement.               Scott Bocchio, Esq. 855-254-7841   https://www.yourlegalrightsadvocates.com/... Read More
Hi, sorry to hear of your medical condtion and issues. If you are approved for SSDI at some point in the future that would not affect your... Read More

can you help me appeal a decision about ssi

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Hi David, sorry to hear about your unfavorable decision. There are two potential options to consider at this point. We are not allowed to solicit business here, so you would have to reach out to our firm. Take care.             Scott Bocchio 855-254-7841    https://www.yourlegalrightsadvocates.com/... Read More
Hi David, sorry to hear about your unfavorable decision. There are two potential options to consider at this point. We are not allowed to solicit... Read More

Will I have a better chance at receiving disability benefits if I am separated from my spouse who makes 48k or it doesn't matter?

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
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
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... Read More
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