What Kinds of Disability Benefits Are Available to You?

We can help determine disability income in Jackson and throughout Mississippi

Most people are not familiar with disability laws and regulations.  Like most federal regulations, disability rules can be confusing.  At Richard Schwartz & Associates, P.A., part of our mission is to help you understand the laws that protect disabled persons and provide government support through disability benefits in Jackson.  If you have a question about Social Security disability or need help with your Jackson disability income, call us for skilled guidance and support.

Two federal programs for disability benefits

The federal Social Security Administration (SSA) provides disability benefits through two programs:

• The Social Security disability insurance program
• The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program

How much in benefits might you receive?

The amount of your possible Jackson disability benefits depends on your average earnings during your working life.  The Social Security statement you receive each year from the Social Security Administration lists your lifetime earnings, year by year, and provides an estimate of your disability benefit.  It also includes estimates of retirement and survivors benefits that you or your family may be eligible to receive in the future.

Is your family eligible for benefits due to your disability?

In certain cases, your family members may qualify for Jackson disability benefit income based on your earnings during your working life. These family members include:

• Your spouse, if he or she is 62 or older
• Your spouse at any age, if he or she is caring for a child of yours who is younger than age 16 or disabled
• Your unmarried child, including an adopted child, and in some cases, your stepchild or grandchild
• Your unmarried child, age 18 or older, if he or she has a disability that started before age 22.  The child’s disability also must meet the definition of disability for adults.
• In some situations, a divorced spouse may qualify for benefits based on your earnings if he or she was married to you for at least 10 years, is not currently married, and is at least age 62.  The money paid to a divorced spouse does not reduce your benefit or any benefits due to your current spouse or children.

One call…that’s all

It does not need to be an ordeal to secure your disability benefit in Jackson.  Our Jackson Social Security disability lawyers can simplify the process for you and work toward desired results. Make the call today.  We will stand up for you.  Take the important first step to gain your Jackson disability benefits.  Call Richard Schwartz & Associates, P.A. at 1-800-844-1215.  You can also email us or contact us online.