Legal Question in Social Security Law in Pennsylvania

If im 18 and i have a deceased parent and ssi was put away untill i turned 18. Now my step mom wont let me get to it. Is it legal for her to keep it from me when all i want is some of it to buy a car and maybe move out their house.


Asked on 8/09/10, 8:40 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Randall Selagy F. Randall Selagy, P.C.

I think you mean survivors benefits from your deceased father while you were a minor. This is YOUR money and the person who collected the money on your behalf must give an accounting to the Social Security Administration. Contact your local SS office for help.

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Answered on 8/14/10, 10:16 pm


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