[iloveoliver]

I need help to see whether Social Security monies are exempt from bankruptcy. The Chapter 7 bankruptcy papers were filed on Mar 21, 2008. I checked my checking acct balance on Mar 20 and found a large deposit from the US Treasury. It represented 14 months of back pay for SS disability. I had applied last August and had not expected to be approved.

There was $140.00 in the account on that day. Are these funds still exempt once they have been deposited and co mingled with other monies?

Please I am so anxoius about this and losing sleep. My atty seems to think they are but is not 100% positive. This makes me nervous and not feeling so confident in him.

Any advise would be most appreciated.

Thanks

[lawanwadee]

In most state, disability income cannot be garnished or attached by creditors. Check with your local attorney.