When we serve our communities and become disabled in Minnesota, we have options. PERA disability St Paul will fight for our public service personnel who can no longer fight for themselves. If you have been in a public service position for at least three years and have a qualifying mental or physical disability, our office might be able to assist you.
Who is Eligible?
All public service members who have been on the job for more than three years and have not reached full retirement age at the onset of disability are qualified to apply for PERA disability in St. Paul. The beneficiary must meet the criteria to determine disability. The disability must be considered total and permanent.
What are Disability Benefits?
The PERA disability benefit is the recipient’s years of service and the amount of the highest salary. That is the five-year salary that is highest. They are eligible for 1.7% of their annual salary. Every year of service is thought-through. Also, the recipient should be made aware of provisions for re-entering the workplace.
Do I Need to Talk To a Lawyer?
Our team advises that all PERA disability in St. Paul applicants always talk to an attorney before applying. Law offices all over the state have assisted many in getting a positive outcome for their PERA disability claim. Remember, these law firms should not collect anything from you until and unless there is a positive outcome on your case. If so, they might be trying to scam you. Call us today.
