Wyonia Butler, a 65-year-old Kentucky woman, claims the Social Security Administration owes her over $500,000 due to underpayment since the 1990s.
A former nurse, Butler’s work-related injury at 32 led to surgeries and the end of her ability to work. Although initially receiving workers’ compensation, the payments abruptly stopped after seven months.
In 1997, when Butler applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), a clerical error resulted in a $1,620 per month reduction in benefits. Despite her attempts to rectify the mistake, the issue persists, causing significant financial strain over the past 27 years.
Butler’s diligent efforts to correct the error included contacting senators and relevant authorities. However, the Social Security Administration cited a backlog, leaving her without answers and coping with challenging living conditions.
Financial experts suggest regular checks of Social Security statements to ensure accurate income reporting. The situation reflects broader challenges within the system, where potential errors and understaffing contribute to payment discrepancies.
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While a lump-sum reimbursement may be unlikely after such a prolonged period, there’s hope that recognition of the error could lead to some form of compensation for Butler’s lost payments.
The story emphasizes the need for improved processes to ensure beneficiaries receive entitled benefits without undue hardship.
