Legal Question in Social Security Law in Pennsylvania

social security survivors

My uncle passed away recently. He was 82 years old and had been with his partner for about 40 years -they had four children together - they never married, but he never divorced his first wife, who is still lviving. His partner was told that she is not entitled to any of his social security. Is this true?


Asked on 6/24/07, 12:20 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
John Gibson John W. Gibson, Esquire

Re: social security survivors

Unfortunately, I believe the answer is yes.

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Answered on 6/24/07, 1:10 pm
Randall Selagy F. Randall Selagy, P.C.

Re: social security survivors

If she is not a surviving spouse, there is no eligibility.

see: http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10084.html

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Answered on 6/24/07, 1:24 pm


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