In order to collect Social Security disability income (SSDI), the disabled wage earner must be disabled for 12 months or more. Once it is clear he or she will be out of work for at least 12 months, then a winnable Social Security disability case can be maintained. Closed Period Claim Because these cases can…

Can I Work and Still Get Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)?

August 4, 2013

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The short answer is Yes, but deserves a bit of explanation. First, a definition of Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA): SGA is work that brings in over a certain dollar amount per month ($1,040 in 2013). The Social Security Administration (SSA) figures if a person is able to earn a certain amount of money (SGA), then he…

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