From our FAQ section
| Can I work and still be eligible for disability benefits? |
Not usually, but the SSA will determine if you are engaging in substantial gainful activity (SGA) in making their decision. SGA is work activity that involves doing significant physical or mental activities. Generally, if an individual has earnings from employment or selfemployment above a specific level set out in the regulations, it is presumed that he/she has demonstrated the ability to engage in SGA. If the individual engages in SGA, he/she is not disabled.
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Social Security Disability Law Office, P.A.Attorney, Robert C. Gray |
Hearing Expectations
What judge is assigned to your case? This usually makes very little difference as the vast majority of judges that decide SSDI/SSI cases are very professional, reasonable and caring. Unfortunately, as the following USA Today article reveals, sometimes even the most deserving claimant is faced with a “difficult” judge. On the rare occasion when a disabled claimant loses before one of these judges, my office is diligent about correcting any legal mistakes made by the judge on appeal. Some attorneys will not appeal. That is not the case in my office when an appeal is reasonable and likely to result in success.