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Will My Alimony Be Affected If I Receive Disability Benefits?

I am 60 yr old female. Divorced. Receiving alimony. I have health issues and cannot work. I recently applied for social security disability. I have worked since teenager. Will that affect my alimony?

Hi,

I'm unable to answer that question. I assume that it would depend on the terms specified in your divorce settlement.

I can tell you that your alimony won't affect your ability to receive Social Security disability benefits, nor your benefit amount.

Best, Jerry

Posted: 
Jun 9 2017 - 7:28am
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