How does Social Security define gainful employment?
How does Social Security define gainful employment? “Gainful” work activity is: Work performed for pay or profit. Work of a nature generally performed for pay or profit. Work intended for profit, whether or not a profit is realized.
What is the most hours you can work on disability?
There is no set number of hours that you can work per month and still be approved for disability benefits. Instead, Social Security looks at how much money you are earning to determine if you qualify as disabled. If you are working full-time or nearly full-time, then your application may be denied.