Qualified workers are eligible for old age and disability benefits.
Benefits are also available for the spouse and dependents of a retired or disabled worker.
When a worker dies, benefits can be collected by the surviving family who qualify. Although FindLaw tries to provide accurate and current information, the ideas, information, and conclusions provided here may differ depending on local, state and federal laws and regulations and court cases. Given the different possible applications and interpretations of the law, you are urged to consult professional legal counsel regarding the applicability of legal issues discussed here to any specific legal problem you may have. You should not use this web site as a substitute for competent legal advice.