I have won my case in civil court after almost 6 years... however, I am now in a tough spot as my bf of 9 years has left me and I now live with married friends. I have written my attorney a dire need letter, and hope that I can skip the remand hearing with him and the alj.... I have opened a bank account to receive my backpay and am praying the money comes soon ... my question is how long will this take? I have not received the approval letter yet, and my case was won in civil court at the end of August.. should I expect to receive it soon?