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.
If you're employed, your employer pays for part of your Social Security and Medicare taxes, but as your own boss, you pay it all. In 2013, the IRS reports the rate is 12.4 percent for Social Security and 2.9 percent for Medicare, making a total of 15.3 percent self-employment tax. Since the IRS requires taxes to be paid at the time the income is earned, you may be subject to a penalty if you do not pay enough by the due date each quarter.