Full question:
Hello, My name is Linda my partner James of 23 years died august 31,2010. We never married. I would like to know if I qualify for widows benefits?
- Category: Social Security
- Date:
- State: California
Answer:
We’re assuming you’re referring to Social Security survivor’s benefits. The term "widow" is defined by section 416(c)(5) as "the surviving wife of an individual…” Therefore, an unmarried partner would not qualify as a widow.
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