Substantial gainful activity (SGA) is the maximum monthly salary that can be earned by an individual who qualifies for disability benefits through theSocial Security Administration (SSA). The SSA updates the maximum SGA amounts every year to reflectinflation. Two limits are set: one for blind peo...
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