Legal Question in Family Law in Pennsylvania
Ssi for my son
My husband maked approximately
$50,000 a year. We recently
seperated, but are not yet divorced.
My youngest of three children, was
recently diagonsed with autism and
other speech and communication
disorders. Can I apply for SSI for
him. The therapists told me it would
be horrific for me to go back to work-
he would regress more. I am living
on what my husband feels like giving
us. Is there any way his whole
salary would not be considered since
he does not live with us?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Ssi for my son
You have several issues. Social security provides disability for children under both social security disability and ssi. They are two different programs but disability is determined under the same procedure. Since you are separated you can seek child support against your husband. His income will be considered as well as your income. If you are not working you earning capacity may be considered. If because of medical reasons you must stay home with your child then this will also effect the case. I would suggest you meet with an attorney to discuss these issues. I would be happy to meet with you to discuss the matters if you would like to schedule a consultation.
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