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Yes, states can impose a levy on Social Security benefits under certain circumstances, typically to collect unpaid debts such as taxes, child support, or other government obligations. However, federal law protects Social Security benefits from being fully garnished or levied, meaning only a portion may be subject to seizure. It's important to check specific state laws and the nature of the debt to understand the potential impact on benefits.
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Can ss benefits be reduced due to income in retirement?
Why are my SS benefits reduced because on my income
Can a credit card company sue an elderly person who only receives social security in kansas?
Yes they can, but if they get a judgment they won't be able to garnish your SS benefits. They may try to levy your bank accounts if they find out were you bank at.
Can retirement benefits be garnished?
It depends upon the laws of the state where the debtor resides and the type of retirement benefits. All SS benefits are exempt from creditor garnishment as are all public assistance benefits. The exceptions are, tax arrearages and child support obligations.
How would a credit card company know debtors only income is Social Security and cannot levy a bank account?
One option is to retain legal counsel, who will then contact the creditors, informing them of the persons financial status. If a creditor files suit the debtor then files a list of their entitled exemptions, (SS benefits, homestead exemption, etc). In some cases a creditor may try to levy the account looking for funds that have been combined. This is why it is very important to only have SS benefits in the account. The court must be convinced of the existence of combined funds, before the writ of execution will be granted. Even then most banks will refuse to release the money. If SS benefits or other exempt funds are seized, the debtor has grounds for a lawsuit against the bank and the creditor.
I have been living with an SSI recepient for 17 years what am I entitled to in a community property state as far as SSI is concerned What about our child does money come to her?
You would not be entitled to any of the SSI benefits. For a person to be eligible for any SS benefits of their partner, that person must be legally married to the receipient of such. The child might be entitled to survivor benefits upon the death of the SS beneficiary, but parentage would have to be established and the deceased would have to be qualified for regular SS retirement benefits or SSD not SSI.
Can SS benefits be garnished for child support?
Yes.
Can you drop back child support in Louisiana if you are on state assistance?
No. SS benefits and public assistance funds are still subject to child support enforcement.
if a parent is on ss cud his kids claim ss or get money from him?
Your children will receive survivor benefits if you were to die.
Can credit card company garnish a private pension deposited in your bank account in New Jersey?
Some private pensions are not protected under state and/or federal law. All SS benefits are protected under federal statute from creditor attachment as are all government and military pensions. Any benefits that are exempt from creditor levy should never be commingled with other funds in the same bank account, to do so could result in the account being"frozen" until the court rules on how much of said monies are exempt from levy. The best option is such cases where it is unclear if pension benefits are protected is for the holder to obtain legal advice before a creditor seeks legal recourse.
Can a credit card company attach your bank account when the only income in the account comes from Social Security checks?
No. All SS benefits are 100% exempt from creditor action under federal and state statutes. Likewise workman's compensation insurance, disbility insurance, etc. Credit card companies in themselves cannot levy, garnish, or impede an individual's property. This can only be done by due process through the court of the person's resident state. The exception is a "set off" that can be used by a bank under specific circumstances. But this would NOT apply to SS benefits
Can the younger parent not receiving SS apply for her minor child's SS benefits if the father is eligible?
Social Security Benefits are paid based on their Social Security number. The younger parent will have to wait until she becomes of age to collect her own benefits.
Is workers comp settlement taxable income in the state of California?
Workers comp payments (whether a settlement or not) are generally not taxable. However, if the payment causes your Social Security benefits to be reduced, the part of the benefit that reduces your SS payment will be treated as if it were an SS payment.
