Glossary

Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA)


Work that disqualifies an individual from Social Security disability benefits. Social Security uses earning limits to determine whether or not an individual is performing SGA.

For 2009, SGA is $980 ($1,640 for people who are blind).

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