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How Does Social Security Look at \"Work\" in Evaluating My Claim?

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How Does Social Security View “Work”?

How Does Social Security View “Work”?

Under the Social Security regulations, disability is the inability to engage in a “substantial gainful activity.”
As a general rule, this means that you have to show that your impairment prevent you from being able to work.
So what work is considered?
Generally, you have to show that you are unable to perform the duties of any work [...]

Social Security Basics: What is a “Disability?”

In order to qualify for disability benefits under Social Security you have to be found disabled.
Well, thank you Captain Obvious.
Ok. But, what does it mean to be disabled? Is it enough to have a medical impairment? Is the diagnosis, itself, enough?
In short, no.
Under Social Security regulations, it is not enough to have [...]