Can A Social Security Lawyer Help Assure Application is Expedited?
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Q: If you become employed part time, do Supplemental Security Income payments continue?
A: SSI benefits are intended for those with limited resources and income. Your SSI payments could stop or simply be decreased, once you have employment income again. If you earn more than the amount Social Security deems as Substantial Gainful Activity, your SSI benefits may be in jeopardy. That amount for 2008, for example, was $940 per month before taxes. Make sure you keep Social Security informed of all changes in your work income. You are responsible for repaying any benefits that were paid that you should not have received due to income. It is important to note, however, that Social Security wants to help you return to work. If you can work more hours, but keep your scheduled work time low to simply keep your benefit payments, your actions may be viewed as fraud committed against Social Security. It may be helpful to seek counsel from a social security lawyer, if you wish to become employed but are worried about the transition from social security disability benefits back to the workforce.
Q: Should you be concerned if Social Security prefers to communicate with your social security lawyer instead of you?
A: The disability case manager will probably wish to deal with your social security lawyer. You should not be concerned if this is the case. The social security lawyer you hired is your advocate and works only on your behalf. Communicating with both you and your social security lawyer can result in miscommunication. You and your attorney are a team. If you have any concerns about the status of your case, address them with your social security lawyer. That is why you hired representation.
Q: Can an individual be awarded benefits through the VA and SSDI?
A: Yes, a veteran can receive disability benefits through both the VA and Social Security. Any veteran who became disabled after September 30, 2001 is entitled to expedite his application for social security disability benefits. The expedited process is supposed to occur automatically, but it is a good idea to remind the representative handling your claim or to mention it on your initial application. If you have a social security lawyer, have him handle it for you.
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