Texas Social Security Legal Questions

Want a good answer? Ask a thorough question starting with "Who, What, When, How, Will I or Do I".
Then, add details. This will help you get a quicker and better answer.
Question field is required
Explanation field is required
A valid US zip code is required Validating the Zip Code.
Question type field is required
Question type field is required
1
Ask a Question

2
Details

3
Submit
1
Ask a Question

2
Submit
Fullname is required
A valid email address is required.
Receive a follow-up from lawyers after your question is answered
A valid phone number is required
Select the best time for you to receive a follow-up call from a lawyer after your question is answered. (Required field)
to
Invalid Time

*Required fields

Question
Description
By submitting your question, you understand and agree to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy for use of the site. Do not include any personal information including name, email or other identifying details in your question or question details. An attorney-client relationship is not being established and you are not a prospective client of any attorney who responds to your question. No question, answer, or discussion of any kind facilitated on this site is confidential or legal advice. Questions answered are randomly selected based on general consumer interest and not all are addressed. Questions may display online and be archived by Martindale-Hubbell.
10 legal questions have been posted about social security by real users in Texas. Ask your question and dive into the knowledge of attorneys who handle your issue regularly. Similar topics to explore also include social security disability. All topics and other states can be accessed in the dropdowns below.
Texas Social Security Questions & Legal Answers
Do you have any Texas Social Security questions and need some legal advice or guidance? Ask a Lawyer to get an answer or read through our 10 previously answered Texas Social Security questions.

Recent Legal Answers

Who can talk to me about getting my disability?

Answered 4 years and 9 months ago by attorney Steven Neil Perrigo   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security
You can call any attorney that specializes in Social Security Disability. There are some search methods I can recommend if you would like to reach out.
You can call any attorney that specializes in Social Security Disability. There are some search methods I can recommend if you would like to reach... Read More

SSI was canceled after failing to report checking account

Answered 5 years ago by attorney Steven Neil Perrigo   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security
You are beyond your appeal period to argue the facts of the overpayment via a reconsideration, unless they grant you "good cause" for filing late. However, You can still file a waiver for forgiveness of the OP if you feel it wasn't your fault and you can't afford to pay it back. You can also file a new SSI claim if you are disabled and have limited income and resources now. ... Read More
You are beyond your appeal period to argue the facts of the overpayment via a reconsideration, unless they grant you "good cause" for filing late.... Read More
No you cannot. 
No you cannot. 

Do I have the right to have some of my husband ssi?

Answered 5 years ago by attorney Steven Neil Perrigo   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security
Call SSA with the specifics of your case. Generally you cannot get SSI on another persons record. 
Call SSA with the specifics of your case. Generally you cannot get SSI on another persons record. 

Can I do something about this?

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by attorney Renea Overstreet   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security
If the amount owed is less than $10,000, you could take your friend to small claims court to get a judgment against him. Many small claims courts have forms and instructions online to help you file the lawsuit.
If the amount owed is less than $10,000, you could take your friend to small claims court to get a judgment against him. Many small claims courts... Read More
You were probably appointed an attorney ad litem if you're in the CPS system. You should ask that attorney or any attorney on your case about child support to be paid by your father or to be taken out of his social security benefits. However, if you're under 18, the support will be paid to the state or to the foster parents if you're placed in a foster home.... Read More
You were probably appointed an attorney ad litem if you're in the CPS system. You should ask that attorney or any attorney on your case about child... Read More

Who can help me with an SSI appeal for my minor child?

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by Scott F. Bocchio (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security
Did you go before a Judge?  
Did you go before a Judge?  
You should simply apply for another social security number. 
You should simply apply for another social security number. 

Hadpart of my foot amputated Im on ssi am I eligible for more benefits?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Michael J. Haller, Jr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Social Security
If your benefits only are Supplemental Security Income, more benefits from Social Security Administration are not available. However, it would be important to check on any State or County benefits in your state.  You may wish to call 211 or go to Link
If your benefits only are Supplemental Security Income, more benefits from Social Security Administration are not available. However, it would be... Read More

do all lawyers have the lic to take social sucurity to federal court

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Mr. James R. Linehan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security
There is no license or requirement to be an attorney to ge to federal court on a SSA appeal.  Many many claimants do their own federal court appeals and successfully. Each federal court has their own rules, each are different form each other.  You will need to first determine which federal court you are in, read their local rules and then follow their local rules as to the appeal process.... Read More
There is no license or requirement to be an attorney to ge to federal court on a SSA appeal.  Many many claimants do their own federal court... Read More