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Can you lose social security survivor benefits if you enter into a civil union?
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No. The United States Social Security Administration does not recognize same-sex civil unions or same-sex marriages for any purpose other than legal name change. This is because of the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act.
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Can you collect survivor benefits levied on a judgment you won?
If you're asking whether you can levy or garnish someone else's Social Security survivor benefits to satisfy a civil judgment, the answer is no. Only the Treasury Department can garnish Social Security benefits, and only for limited reasons, like back alimony, child support, unpaid taxes, or debt owed to other federal departments. Regular creditors are prohibited by law from attaching these funds.
Do you lose social security benefits if you have a civil union in California?
California no longer offers or recognizes civil unions.
Can your civil rights be violated by the Social Security Administration?
The Social Security Administration is not permitted to violate civil rights.The Social Security Administration is not permitted to violate civil rights.The Social Security Administration is not permitted to violate civil rights.The Social Security Administration is not permitted to violate civil rights.
Can a sibling receive social security death benefit?
No. Domestic partnerships and civil unions are not accepted by the Social Security Administration ("SSA"), except for the purposes of name change. The SSA does, however, accept same-sex marriages for all purposes, including the eligibility of a surviving same-sex spouse for death and survivor benefits. (A death benefit is a small amount payable upon death for funeral expenses. A survivor benefit is a monthly stipend payable to a surviving spouse or child.)
Can your US Social Security Disability benefits be garnished in a civil landlord lawsuit?
If the question refers to a civil judgment for debt the answer would be no. All Social Security benefits are exempt from garnishment by creditors. If the question relates to child support obligations all SS benefits are subject to garnishment. In matters of personal injury awards depending upon the circumstances of the case SS benefits may subject to garnishment.
Will your social security benefits be taken away if you get a civil union in another state?
No. The US Federal Government does not recognize civil unions. It recognizes marriages, including same-sex marriages.
How did the social security start in the UK?
Social Security became a formal program in 1935. The Civil War Pension program was a pioneer with the first legislation in 1862 providing for benefits linked to disabilities "incurred as a direct consequence of . . .military duty."
Is social security law civil law?
No, far from.
How do you collect your alimony when your ex-husband collects Social Security?
Social Security Disability benefits are exempt from any debt collection except for child support obligations. SS benefits can in some cases be garnished for spousal maintenance, but the spouse who is entititled must file a civil suit to obtain a judgment for collection of the court ordered amount.
Can a civil lawsuit take money from your social security check?
No!
Will you lose your Social Security benefits in Illinois if you get a civil union?
No. Despite the June 26, 2013 ruling by the Supreme Court resulting in federal recognition of same-sex marriages, the United States Social Security Administration does not recognize same-sex civil unions or domestic partnerships for any purpose other than legal name change.
Can a person collect on their domestic partner's Social Security if they were together eleven years?
No, a domestic partner is not eligible for Social Security survivor benefits. Only a legally married, opposite-sex spouse may collect such benefits, although under certain conditions a divorced spouse may also collect.
