Social Security disability benefits are reserved for individuals with severe medical impairments who cannot perform work at a sufficient level to support everyday necessities. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses the term “substantial gainful activity” (SGA) to describe what a sufficient level of work looks like. What is Substantial Gainful Activity? Each year, the SSA […]
How Do I Pay Into Social Security If I Am Self-Employed?
Like claimants employed by another company or person, self-employed people are eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. In fact, self-employed claimants can apply for both Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. For the purposes of this blog post, we will focus on the SSDI program. To qualify for SSDI, […]
Temporary vs. Permanent Disability: How to Apply and What to Expect
Navigating the world of disability benefits can be overwhelming, especially when trying to understand the differences between temporary and permanent disability programs. Temporary disability benefits are often provided through employers and are meant to support individuals who are unable to work for a limited time due to injury or illness. On the other hand, permanent […]
Can You Work Part Time on Disability?
The Social Security Program defines a qualifying disability as “any condition that is severe enough to prevent you from working for 12 months or more.” People who apply for disability will be measured against that criteria, so if you’re working full-time or part-time while applying for benefits, your claim could be affected. On the other […]
How Long Do You Have to Be Out of Work to Apply for Disability?
Claimants do not need to be out of work for 12 months to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. Social Security has a rule governing the length of your absence from work due to medical impairments. That rule is called the ‘durational requirement’ and it is the focus of today’s blog post. What is Social […]
Can You Get Disability for Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide, often limiting their ability to breathe comfortably. For some, the severity of asthma can prevent them from working and performing daily activities. But can an asthma diagnosis qualify for Social Security Disability benefits? In this post, we explore how asthma is evaluated under the […]
