Nevada Social Security Legal Questions

As a former employee of SSA, I can understand the difficulty this causes for you.  Typically, you don't need a lawyer.  You need to bring it to SSA management's attention - repeatedly if necessary. It's not easy to "resurrect" someone after they have been erroneously put in as deceased. Even with Covid, local field offices are seeing people face to face in emergency situations, which yours would certainly seem to qualify as. They may be able to issue you an emergency payment from the local field office, which is what you should request if needed.... Read More

Getting along with people is not always easy, and sometimes with your family it is the most difficult.  I'm sorry for your trouble. First, are you sure that your sister did indeed call?  You may be worrying over a threat that she may not have followed through with. Next, you need to be aware that there is an investigation division, and they receive similar "get even" calls every day.  SSA doesn't pay benefits without sufficient proof - unless she has some evidence.   "If" SSA decides to investigate further, you will have an opportunity to respond.  You will be notified in writing. To be proactive, I would suggest contacting an attorney that works with Social Security.  The "Find a Lawyer" link at the top of this page next to the nice outline of a house is a good place to start. Good luck.... Read More

You are not alone.  An overpayment happens every day to many people, for many reasons.  Because you didn't list why they overpaid you, I won't speculate, but I can offer some suggestions to take now that it has happened. Within TEN (10) days of the notice, appeal AND ask for a waiver  so that your monthly check will not stop.  Note that if you are unsuccessful, any money they paid you during the appeal will be part of what they are collecting. If ten days has gone by, appeal.  You have sixty (60) days from the date of the letter. Ask for a waiver of the overpayment if you don't have the money.  You will need to provide financial information to SSA so be sure that it is accurate. You also can choose to pay back the money, and if your benefits are continuing, you can negotiate an amount to be withheld each month.  I would suggest that it be a small amount. Good luck.... Read More