To receive Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, you have to fill out a lot of forms. You can do this online, over the phone, or in person at your local Social Security office. If you do it over the phone or in person, a Social Security representative can help you. However, knowing … Read More »
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Can a Bill Collector Garnish Disability Benefits?
Posted On: September 26, 2017 | Categorized as: Social Security BenefitsExcept in rare cases, bill collectors cannot garnish your disability benefits. Which Disability Benefits Are Subject to Garnishment? Disability income comes from two primary sources: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSDI protects you if you become disabled during your working years. Part of the Social Security taxes you pay on your income … Read More »
How Does Marriage Affect Social Security Benefits?
Posted On: August 18, 2017 | Categorized as: Social Security BenefitsIf you are planning an upcoming wedding, you may wonder how marriage affects Social Security benefits. There are certain situations where both spouses can draw benefits. The following sections provide a basic overview. For a more personalized review of your unique situation, you should speak to the qualified disability attorneys at the Law Offices of Ogle, … Read More »
What Happens To Your Spouse’s Social Security When They Die?
Posted On: August 14, 2017 | Categorized as: Social Security Disability (SSD)If your spouse receives government benefits, you may be wondering what happens to their Social Security when they die. These survivors benefits can go to dependent family members, but the amount each family member receives—and which family members receive them—depends on a few factors. If you have questions about what happens to your spouse’s benefits … Read More »
Can I Collect Social Security From My Ex Husband And Myself?
Posted On: August 14, 2017 | Categorized as: Social Security Disability (SSD)If you are divorced and your ex-husband receives Social Security benefits, you might be eligible for benefits of your own, based on his monthly payment. Moreover, there is a chance you can collect your own, separate benefits in addition to the compensation from your ex-husband. The qualification process has a lot of rules and stipulations, … Read More »
Can A Husband And Wife Both Collect Social Security?
Posted On: August 14, 2017 | Categorized as: Social Security Disability (SSD)Whether a husband and wife can both collect Social Security depends on a few factors. The circumstances at play include what type of benefits one or both partners receive, their ages, and their total income. There are also situations where each partner is eligible to collect their own benefits, but it may make more sense … Read More »
SSI Disability Benefits for Children and Teenagers With Anorexia or Other Eating Disorders
Posted On: July 3, 2017 | Categorized as: Supplemental Security Income (SSI)An eating disorder is more than an extreme diet. It is a mental illness that can require years of costly treatment and therapy to overcome. If your child or teenager suffers from anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or another eating disorder, you might qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits on the child’s behalf. Getting disability for … Read More »
Getting SSI for Antisocial Personality Disorder in a Child or Teenager
Posted On: July 3, 2017 | Categorized as: Supplemental Security Income (SSI)Having a child or teenager diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder can put an emotional and financial strain on your family. People with antisocial personality disorder have trouble relating to others, often struggle in social situations, and can find it difficult to thrive at school or work. They often engage in deceptive or manipulative tactics to … Read More »
Getting Disability for Dyscalculia
Posted On: July 3, 2017 | Categorized as: Social Security Disability (SSD)Getting disability for a child with dyscalculia is difficult, but not impossible. Your best chance comes when the child has another condition on top of his or her dyscalculia, such as low IQ, ADHD, or a learning disability. Regardless of the severity of your child’s condition, if your family’s income is above a certain level, … Read More »
Does a Child’s Anxiety Qualify for Disability Benefits?
Posted On: July 3, 2017 | Categorized as: Social Security Disability (SSD)Having a child with severe anxiety can place an emotional and financial burden on the parent. The condition might require regular medical care, medication, and various types of therapy. A child’s severe anxiety can also make it difficult for the parents to work and complete normal activities of daily living, especially if her anxiety makes … Read More »
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