Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California
Husband's Pension
Can an ex-wife of deceased husband
(died in FL) be eligible for his
pension? The marriage lasted 30
years and ex-wife is now receiving
survivorship benefits from social
security. Or, does the money legally
go to the children of the estate (3)?
Asked on 6/09/09, 4:02 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Stone
Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE
Re: Husband's Pension
Anybody who was married for 10 years can be eligible for social security survivorship benefits, this is independent of other rights.
Who might (or might not) be eligible for some other type of pension depends on what type of pension, the claimant's relationship if any to the decedent, the will or other instructions of the decedent, and the applicable state law.
Answered on 6/09/09, 4:09 pm
Related Questions & Answers
Looking for something else?
10,200 active attorneys ready to answer your legal questions today.
Featured Attorneys
Earn additional revenue and grow your business.
