I am so sorry that you had such a terrible time of things.  I am glad that there were people to help you and that you had a place to stay.  Technically the money was to be for your support and maintenance.  The order granting it is directed to your Mother.  You are what is known under the law as a third party beneficiary.  And although I do not know if there is precedent - law that is already established - on the issue, I think that you have a very good argument in "equity" here if not already established in law.  Lawsuits are sometimes not based solely on the law such as statutes and rules.  Sometimes they are based in equity, where we ask the court to make a decision because it is the right decision and fair decision.  So go and seek some help here.  U think that you may have a case.  Good luck to you.