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SGA, SUBSTANTIAL GAINFUL ACTIVITYSocial Security Disability Definitions |
This information may help claimants with representation, as well as claimants who are not represented by an attorney or non attorney representative. Understanding how the Social Security Disability system works can make the difference between winning or not winning the continuing disability benefits and backpay to which a person is entitled. To win a claim for ongoing and past due benefits, claimants should learn about the disability process to improve their chances of winning. |
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Substantial Gainful Activity is simply the dollar amount that a disability beneficary (SSI or
social security) may earn each month while simultaneously maintaining eligibility for benefits. The reasoning behind this seemingly arbitrary amount is this: it is the view of the social security administration that an individual who is able to earn at least this amount per month is able to engage in competitive employment in the national economy.
Currently, the SGA amount for 2008 is $940.00. ![]() Beneficiaries who wish to maintain their eligibility for ongoing disability benefits, as well as individuals who are applying for disability benefits, must be careful not to exceed the SGA amount, i.e. gross monthly earnings of $940.00. *Note: SGA applies to disability claimants as well as recipients. Individuals who work and have earned gross monthly income exceeding the SGA threshold are not considered disabled and are ineligible to receive benefits. What happens if you attempt to file for SSD or SSI and you are currently working and earning at least the SGA amount? Your claim will receive what is known as a technical denial, meaning that it will be denied almost immediately without medical review (your medical records will not be requested or evaluated because you will be considered ineligible to file based on non-medical criteria). Legal assistance on claims Social Security Disability - SSI Free Case Evaluation |
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