When filing for survivor benefits, you may be shocked to learn that, due to the Government Pension Offset (GPO), it is far lower than you were expecting. Heather Schreiber, the founder of HLS ...

As many as 6 million Americans rely on Social Security survivors benefits to replace lost income from a parent or spouse who has passed away. Young widows like Cindy might be eligible for two ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) continues its April disbursements, with a new group set to receive payments on ...

Zurich American Insurance Co. properly denied $612,000 in accidental death benefits to the widower of a 51-year-old woman ...

“The rules for young widow/widower survivor benefits are complicated,” notes Alfonso. “It is best to contact the SSA to report the death and confirm the benefits the survivor is entitled to.” ...