Social Security Disability (SSD) payments are based on what you have paid in taxes. The government gives you credits when you work. Each year, you can earn up to 4 credits (one for each quarter of the year). You earn credits based upon how much money you earn. For example, in 2010, a worker will earn one credit for every $1,120 they earn and report as wages on their taxes.
In order to file a claim, subcontractors, suppliers and laborers must follow a number of procedures so that their claim is accepted. Before filing a payment bond claim, they must file a preliminary notice of a claim, within a period of time after the completion of their work.
For payment bonds on U.S. Government construction contracts, see Miller Act. For payment bonds on state government construction contracts, see Little Miller Act. A payment bond is a surety bond posted by a contractor to guarantee that its subcontractors and material suppliers on the project will be paid. They are required in contracts over $35,000 with the Federal Government and must be 100% of the contract value. They are often required in conjunction with performance bonds.