When Can a Widow Collect Her Husband's Social Security Benefits? - 0 views
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keenerlaw on 30 Nov 24Losing a spouse is one of the most painful and frightening events in life. For many surviving spouse, financial concerns demand immediate attention immediately after the death. Those who understand the rules governing Social Security survivor benefits will find it easier to alleviate some of the natural uncertainty. Widows and widowers may be eligible to collect benefits based on their deceased spouse's earnings record if they meet certain criteria established by the Social Security Administration (SSA). At The Keener Law Firm, we never abandon our clients, even after they pass away. We work hard to ensure that surviving spouses know exactly what benefits they are entitled to, both as individuals and as survivors of qualifying deceased spouses. In this article, we explain when a widow or widower can collect Social Security benefits in addition to how the amount of the benefits is calculated.