If your case is continued without a finding, it can help you in cases where a finding of guilty would cause you problems in your career or educational opportunities. Some job applications ask you if youâve ever been found guilty of a crime, and you can honestly answer ânoâ.
You should discuss questions regarding survivors' benefits directly with the Social Security Administration. Disability Benefits In 2010, People on disability can earn up to $1,000 per month ($12,000 per year) for most disabilities, or $1,640 per month ($19,680 per year) if legally blind.
So if you earn $50,000 a year, you'll lose $3,100 of your income to Social Security taxes, and your employer will be responsible for paying an additional $3,100. Now, if you're self-employed, there's some bad news: You're responsible for both the employee and employer portion of the this tax. So if you earn $50,000 a year, you'll need to pay the full 12.4% of your earnings, or $6,200, in Social Security taxes. If that seems unfair, worry not -- you can deduct the employer portion of your tax payment on your federal return.