Can child support be taken out of unemployment?
Yes, support payments can and should be withheld from unemployment compensation. Withholding is the expected method of collecting support per the federal Act, known as “Title IV-D” (of the Social Security Act) which provides block grants to States for collection of support.The income of a noncustodial parent shall be subject to such withholding, regardless of whether support payments by such parent are in arrears, in the case of a support order being enforced under this part that is issued or modified on or after the first day of the 25th month beginning after October 13, 1988, on the effective date of the order; except that such income shall not be subject to such withholding under this subparagraph in any case where (i) one of the parties demonstrates, and the court (or administrative process) finds, that there is good cause not to require immediate income withholding, or (ii) a written agreement is reached between both parties which provides for an alternative arrangement.42 U.S. Code § 666 - Requirement of statutorily prescribed procedures to improve effectiveness of child support enforcement subdivision (b)(3)(A). Note that this provision does not limit withholding to “employment” income, and indeed ideally, support payments should be withheld from any source of “regular income”, though garnishment can’t always be effectively accomplished from people who employ “independent contractors” or from irregular sources of income. There is some variation in local attachment procedures, but as far as I know all states will withhold from unemployment compensation. As it is paid through the state in the first place, it is easy to attach as regular income, at least for the duration of the claim.If you are a support obligor, and you are unemployed for more than a couple weeks, it may profit you to seek modification, since U.C. is always less than the wages it replaces. If it’s determined that you are not voluntarily unemployed or underemployed, the court may consider using the unemployment payments as your income for the purpose of the Guidelines, and at least temporarily reduce the support payments.
Unemployment and Medicaid?
Hi, I have two kids and we are currently on Medicaid. I was recently approved for unemployment benefits of $450/a week ; only for 15 weeks. Now I have to reapply for medicaid, and I guess I will not be approved, because my income with my wife's income will exceed the NJ income limit. I need to know if this temporary increase in income can cause my case to be denied? Also I need to know how much it will cost me to buy health insurance for all of us? I have one of my kids with a serious heart problem, and the other one is 6 month old and I have to get insurance at least for the kids. Finally, please pray for me to find a job. I hate this unemployment and medicaid things, and I hope I can find a job with insurance benefits to support myself and my family. Thanks in advance
Why my unemployment check is going lower?
Hi- I have been receiving my unemployment check for almost a year. I collect $200.00 every two weeks which my check comes out to $450.00 total. Lately, I have notice the checks I have received, have been going lower. For example, one check I got was 425.00 (which was three weeks ago.) The last check I have received was down to $ 400.00. This check I got just last Thursday,( Jan 6) I haven't been working at all for the past year. So, I don't understand why they are taking my money, and my claim doesn't expire until April 16 of this year. So, I would appreciate it if I could get my full $ 450.00. I would really appreciate it if you guys could figure out this situation, before I receive my next check next week. And another question I have for you guys, I am going back to school starting next Wednesday (Jan 19) I need to know what I need to do to tell them I am going back to school. Again, I really appreciate for all of your time. Hope to hear back from you guys as soon as possible. Thank you.
Can you file unemployment and disability at the same time?
Yes, technically you can simultaneously collect unemployment and social security disability benefits. It looks weird, but it’s all about the precise definitions.SSA's policy is that the receipt of unemployment does not automatically estopp or otherwise contradict a disability claim. This is because “ability to work" has a different meaning between the two programs. E.g., you could be physically capable of sedentary work and therefore eligible for UC benefits, but since you are age 50+ then sedentary work might not count against you at “step five” of the social security disability analysis. See Code of Federal RegulationsSee generally SSR 00-1c (discussing a Supreme Court case in which the justices use a similar rationale to explain why a person could be simultaneously “disabled” for SSA purposes and “able to work with accommodations” for ADA purposes)).Of course, if you are specifically alleging limitations that would make it impossible for you to work any full time job, then you might look suspicious. Or in SSA parlance, your “allegations would not be entirely consistent with other evidence in the record.” However, as explained in SSR 16-3p, even then you could still be disabled; the dishonest get sick and injured too.De jure = simultaneous claims are usually irrelevantDe facto = simultaneous claims are usually suspicious.
In Ohio can you collect unemployment and Social Security at the same time?
As with most states, Social Security benefits do NOT reduce the amount of UI benefits to which you are entitled (a few states reduce the benefits by 50% of your SS, but not OH). Pages 16-17 of the link below will explain and confirm that.
Why does Supplemental Social Security Income (SSI) publicly encourage recipients to work part time only to turn around and penalize them by reducing or completely taking away their benefits when they barely work and hardly make anything?
SSI is for people who cannot work. SSI is generally not available just because of a specific diagnosis or medical history. It is based on your ability to function. It is not for people who find functioning more difficult that others or who have some limitations. It is for people whose functional ability keeps them from successfully holding a job. If you can work, you should.Once you can and do work at the “substantial gainful activity” level, you may be entitled to trial work period, but after that you are not disabled. You are correct that the amount of money which is considered “substantial gainful activity” is small but that is the law.If you want to better understand this, consult a lawyer specializing in Social Security disability. What I am offering here is my personal opinion on your very general question. It is absolutely not legal advice which could only be given by a lawyer with knowledge of your specific situation.
Do you have to be unemployed to receive social security disability?
No, you can work and still receive SSDI benefits! Im fact, Social Security encourages beneficiaries to seek employment and offers many work incentives to encourage recipients to work. Under the Ticket to Work program, a beneficiary can assign their “ticket’ to an Employment Network, such as their state vocational rehabilitation agency, and receive many supportive services to help them find and maintain employment. Many peoples choose to work part-time and still keep their SSDI benefits and Medicare, while some people choose to work their way off of SSDI once their health has improved. Some states offer a Medicare Buy-In program that allows SSDI beneficiaries to also apply for Medicaid if they work, which will also pay for the majority of their out-of-pocket Medicare expenses, which can be a great motivation for SSDI recipients to seek employment.If you are asking if you can work while you are applying for SSDI, you can, but their are limits to how much you can earn or you will be automatically denied no matter how serious your disability is. In many cases, it’s best not to work or only work a small amount when applying for benefits, although it’s not always possible to live off of no income while waiting up to two to three years to be approved. But some people do work part-time and still get approved, so it can be done. It’s probably a good idea to consult with a disability attorney to go over what the best options are, as each applicant’s situation may be different.
What can you earn separately if you collect SSI already?
If someone is physically disabled and and collects $1,700 monthly from SSI -- and also sells a book for $75,000 -- how much of that earning can the person keep, and will the SSI payments remain the same?
Does the Social Security Administration monitor your bank account if you have Social Security Disability Insurance Income?
SSDI - Not unless you owe the Federal Govt. money, such as taxes or student loans, also child support obligations.SSI - Yes. There is an agreement with the state, although you won’t find it even if you look, that if you receive Medicaid or Food Stamps, they can look into your bank accounts. This is besides the SSI, but can’t be garnished.You also have limits on SSI on your asset values, it varies by state, but most states the limit is $2,000 held in a bank account, especially if you use Medicaid or Food Stamps. SSDI = no limits.But don’t be fooled with SSI. States have something called “Medicaid Estate Recovery Program (MERP)”, please Google. This is essentially a state-run, full-time collection agency looking for you to abuse a state program. They can and do look at your bank accounts.I had Medicaid and Food Stamps. My DHS worker messed up my Food Stamp amount. 3 years later, I got called in to a DHS office, but it wasn’t them, it was the MERP jerks, threatening to have me arrested for over-payment of Food Stamps. It was DHS’s fault, but they do not care, at all. They are a bully collection agency approved by the govt. and they do whatever they want, inc. the ability to see your bank accounts.
How does my spouse's income affect my Social Security?
Each of you have a separate account with Social Security. After the higher earner passes away the lower earner can obtain the higher earner’s benefit.There are some other odd items involving extremely low earners getting some benefit from a high earner.If you have questions you can drop by one of the Social Security offices, they are helpful. And, their site has plenty of information