An Attorney Can Help you with Disabled Widow Benefits in Woodland Hills CA
There is no way around it: Losing a spouse can be a devastating experience both financially and personally. For those that are disabled and were reliant on their deceased spouse for financial support, the impact of this loss will be even more severe. However, in some cases, the surviving spouse may be eligible to receive Social Security survivors benefits as a disabled widow.
Please read on to get general advice on the most common questions we get about disabled widow benefits in Woodland Hills CA. Then contact us at 866-536-5788 to schedule a free consultation if you need help with this or other Social Security related issues.
What is Needed for a DWB Benefits in Woodland Hills CA Application?
In most cases, you will need to visit or Call us now at 866-536-5788 Social Security office. There are a number of pieces of paper you will need to have on hand to get the process started. For example, we recommend bringing these four items:
- The death certificate or notice from the funeral home
- Your marriage certificate
- Your social security number
- Your spouse’s social security number
These are not necessarily the only items you will need but they are a start.
Who Can Receive DWB Benefits in Woodland Hills CA?
If a person worked under Social Security long enough to qualify for benefits and dies, then their widow or widower may be eligible to receive disabled widows benefits in Woodland Hills CA. The number of work credits required to ensure a person qualifies will depend on how old the person was when they died. The younger a person is at the age of their death, the fewer credits they are likely to have and the less likely their widow is to qualify for DWB.
In order for a person’s widow or widower to qualify for benefits, they must have been at least 50 at the time of their death. The widow or widower must be disabled and their disability must have started either before the death of their spouse or within seven years of that date.
Are DWB Benefits in Woodland Hills CA Paid Immediately?
No. DWB are not paid the month in which the person dies. As a result, if your spouse receives a disability or SSA retirement check that covers the period of time between their death and the date you receive the check, you will need to return the money. Talk to your DWB attorney to find out if any money you have received needs to be returned. Note as well that you are likely eligible for a one-time $255 payout if you were living in the same home as your spouse at the time of their death.
How Do I Get Help Applying for Disabled Widow Benefits in Woodland Hills CA?
The process can be difficult and can involve an administrative hearing with a Judge. Making even a minor mistake could lead to a claim being denied. This is one of the reasons that The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker is standing by to provide comprehensive help with Social Security applications and appeals.
