I changed my name legally but I neglected to change it with Social Security. Now I have no ID in my old name because I turned in my old license when I got the new one and I either turned in or destroyed my old work ID. I called Social Security and the woman barely spoke English and just kept repeating to send originals.
Finally, I sent my original birth certificate, original court order, original driver's license and a letter explaining my dilemma but they sent them back demanding ID in my old name.
I don't know what to do now. I know they will not credit me for work under the wrong name but that's no big deal because if I can ever afford to retire, I don't expect Social Security to exist and if it does, it won't be enough to pay for my toilet paper. What I am concerned about is that I can never change jobs again unless I can get a card.
I feel like I need a lawyer but my old one ripped me off badly and I can't afford to spend thousands more. Please help.
2007-03-20
22:01:40
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Kuji
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