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How to Request an Immediate Recomputation of Your Social Security Benefits, § 404.286

2 Comments / Recomputation / April 4, 2023

If you have additional earnings that were not taken into account in the initial computation or earlier recomputation of your primary insurance amount (PIA) for Social Security benefits, you can request an immediate recomputation. This process is outlined in § 404.286 of the Social Security Administration (SSA) regulations. To request an immediate recomputation, you must …

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Understanding the Special Definitions of § 403.110

Leave a Comment / Glossary of Definitions / April 1, 2023

These definitions are critical in determining the scope and limitations of legal proceedings involving the Social Security Administration (SSA) and its employees. https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/403/403-0110.htm The following definitions apply to this section: Application: A written request for testimony that conforms to the requirements of § 403.120. Employee: Includes any person employed in any capacity by SSA, currently …

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Understanding Waiver or Reduction of FOIA Fees in the Public Interest

Leave a Comment / Fees / April 1, 2023

Welcome to our blog! Today, we’ll be discussing the criteria for waiving or reducing fees for FOIA requests when it is in the public interest. https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/402/402-0185.htm Let’s break down the two tests that must be met for a waiver or reduction: 1. Public Interest Test Disclosure must significantly contribute to public understanding of government operations …

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Verifying Your Identification.

Leave a Comment / Proving Your Identity. / March 27, 2023

§ 401.45. Verifying your identity. https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/401/401-0045.htm § 401.45 is a government regulation that explains how to verify your identity when making a request for notification or access to a record from the Social Security Administration (SSA). The SSA needs to make sure that they only provide sensitive information to the right person, so they require you to …

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