Last year my father died and we applied for the Social Security check. My mother has been telling me that we haven't been getting it, but I recently found out that she had been keeping them and not giving it to me and my little brother. Is this legal? What do I do?
By Ryan
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How old are you? If you are a minor those benefits are meant to support you, not to be given to you for spending money. If she is getting these benefits, how do you think she is supporting you? That being said talk to your local Social Security Office.
Hi - I believe that redhatterb gave an excellent answer.
Social Security benefits are for the adult who is taking care of you and your little brother - providing shelter, food, clothing and anything else necessary for your survival. They are not obligated to give you any of this benefit money but they are obligated to use this money to take care of you.
When you are old enough move out and become self supporting then you may request your share be sent to you to assist with your support.
You can check with Social Security to find out exactly what your "rights" are.
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