When Money Can Be Taken Out of Your Disability Benefits

Are Social Security Disability Benefits Taxable?

Learn whether the federal or state governments tax your monthly benefits or backpay.

Does My State Tax Social Security Disability Benefits?

Some states tax Social Security and SSI disability benefits while others don't.

How Is Social Security Disability Back Pay Taxed?

The IRS has implemented a fair system for taxing Social Security disability back payments that come in a lump sum.

Tax Breaks for People With Disabilities Who Receive SSDI or SSI Benefits

SSDI or SSI recipients can benefit from a larger standard deduction, a deduction for disability-related work expenses, exemptions for disability benefits, and tax-advantaged savings and retirement accounts.

Tax Credits for People With Disabilities Who Receive SSDI or SSI Benefits

If you’re disabled and receive Social Security disability benefits—either SSDI or SSI—you can qualify for certain tax credits.

Can Disability Benefits Be Taken or Seized for Child Support?

Yes, disability benefits can be taken for child support.

Divorce and Social Security Disability: Garnishments, Alimony, and Property Division

Can your spouse take some of your disability benefits in a divorce? Find out here.

Modifying Child Support When You Go on Disability

Disability recipients can usually get their child support orders modified.

Can a Bill Collector Garnish My Social Security Disability or SSI?

Can they garnish my disability check?

Are My Disability Checks Safe From the Bankruptcy Court?

You can keep most disability payments after bankruptcy, but in some states, you might lose some of your SSDI lump sum back payments.

How Workers' Compensation Benefits Offset Social Security Disability Payments

Understand how workers' compensation benefits can affect your Social Security disability payments.