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Each spouse still has a legal duty to support the other spouse for necessaries. This duty cannot be waived by a marital ...

If you meet all these requirements, the maximum you can receive is 50% of your spouse's benefit at their full retirement age.

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In addition to monthly survivor benefits, Social Security offers a one-time lump-sum death payment. Eligible survivors, typically a spouse or dependent child, can receive a $255 payment. This lump sum ...

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There has been an increase in Americans applying for initial Social Security benefits this year, many earlier than planned.