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When you are in debt, it's good to know that disability benefits are not treated like ordinary income for the purposes of debt collection. Specifically, Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) and SSI disability payments enjoy some protection from creditors, but SSDI can be taken to pay certain types of debts. On the other hand, some types of debts can be forgiven if you become disabled. Social Security disability benefits are also given special treatment in bankruptcy cases.

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Can disability benefits be taken to pay child support and other bills?
This depends on the type of disability benefit you receive and the type of debt.
Does being on disability get me out of paying student loans?
You may be eligible to have federal student loans cancelled through a "total and permanent disability" (TPD) discharge.
Can I Keep My Disability Payments in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
In most cases, you can keep past and future SSI and SSDI disability payments in Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
Discharging Social Security Overpayments in Bankruptcy
Unless you've committed fraud, you can discharge Social Security overpayments in bankruptcy.
Is Social Security Income Counted in the Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Means Test?
You do not need to include Social Security disability income on the Chapter 7 bankruptcy means test.
How to Get a Child Support Order Modified Because of a Disability
If you can't work due to disability, ask for a child support modification.

Resources

Articles on Debt Management & Collection Agencies
Learn about settling your debts, your rights, and what creditors can and can't do.

Solve Your Money Troubles: Debt, Credit & Bankruptcy
Learn how to get out of debt and solve your money troubles with this Nolo book.

Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability
Written by a former SSA medical consultant, Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability is the essential book for learning about the disability process, and can be helpful whether you hire or lawyer or not.

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