What is a fair share of the lump sum that Social Security death benefits provide?
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What is a fair share of the lump sum that Social Security death benefits provide?
Does everyone in the family get a fair share if a parent dies?
Asked on February 18, 2013 under Estate Planning, California
Answers:
Catherine Blackburn / Blackburn Law Firm
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Social security death benefits are extremely limited - usually about $250. They are not divided amongst people in the family and usually go to the surviving spouse. Minor children can receive longer and more significant benefits but this is a regular payment, not a lump sum.
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