Social Security Disability

What are the exceptions for substantial gainful activity (SGA) for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses SGA rules to decide whether your work counts as full employment, but certain situations fall outside those limits. Some activities don’t count as SGA at all, even if they involve effort or small payments. …

What is substantial gainful activity (SGA) for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? In simple terms, it’s the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) way of deciding whether you’re working at a level that counts as full employment. The SSA looks at both what you do and how much you earn. If your work involves meaningful physical or …

The Social Security Administration (SSA) offers the Adult Disability Starter Kit to those who are getting ready to apply for disability benefits. You can use the kit as you gather the necessary information to request Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. In addition, the kit can help you get ready for your SSD interview. Speak with …

The 20/40 Rule in Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) refers to the general requirement for workers 31 and older to qualify for benefits. With this, you need to earn a minimum of 20 work credits within a 40-quarter (10-year) period prior to your disability onset to be insured. If you don’t, the Social Security Administration (SSA) …