Temporary vs. Permanent Disability Benefits

What are Permanent Disability Benefits in Mississippi?

Some workers reach their MMI but are still affected by their work-related injuries and be unable to work. At this point, permanent total disability benefits will become a possibility. Such disability benefits are only granted to workers who have suffered life-changing injuries, like an amputation. Like temporary disability benefits, they will provide a 66% portion of their average weekly wages and expire at 450 weeks.

Permanent partial disability benefits are used when a claimant has reached MMI, will never fully heal, but can complete some work. The duration of permanent partial disability benefits depends on the severity of your injuries, based on Mississippi’s “disability schedule.” The maximum amount is 450 weeks again, with payments usually equal to 66% of your average weekly wages. You can also get a one-time payment of up to $5,000 if you have been visibly and permanently scarred or disfigured.