Legal Question in Social Security Law in New Jersey

My husband and I started to collect social security benefits at age 62. He died at the age of 68. I am wondering if I should be getting his benefit and not mine?


Asked on 1/01/12, 7:52 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Randall Selagy F. Randall Selagy, P.C.

You cannot receive his benefit but you may be eligible for a Survivor's or widow's benefit if you are:

�A widow .. full benefits at full retirement age, or reduced benefits as early as age 60

�A disabled widow or widower -- as early as age 50

�A widow ... at any age if he or she takes care of the deceased's child who is under age 16 or disabled, and receiving Social Security benefits

Contact your local Social Security office

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Answered on 1/01/12, 10:08 am


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