You would need to check the laws of intestacy in your state at the related question link below.
That would probably depend upon the laws of the state you are in.
Depends. In the few states which recognize gay marriage - where you are legally your deceased spouse's next-of-kin - yes. Elsewhere, you would have to be Executor of the deceased's estate to bring a wrongful death claim.
The next of kin of a deceased person aged 62 when their mother is 92 would typically be their own children, if they have any. If the deceased has no children or if they have predeceased them, then it would likely be their siblings, nieces or nephews, or other close relatives. Ultimately, the designation of next of kin can vary depending on the specific circumstances and legal regulations in the jurisdiction.
No. But, the child/children of the deceased may have a claim to assets of their father's estate.
Yes, children have priority over the mother of the deceased. They are the descendants it get priorty second only to a surviving spouse. Even without a will the spouse will come first, then children. Parents are next, then siblings.
Typically the results will be that the money will be split in half, one part to the spouse, the other half to the children. Consult an attorney in your jurisdiction.
It depends on how the will was written.
if you have a civil wrongful death suit before you are married can your new spouse be held responsible
Your spouse may have rights if the children were legally adopted by her/him. Generally, if there was no legal adoption they wouldn't be entitled to any award or settlement. You should consult with an attorney.
Typically the spouse inherits the entire estate unless there are children involved.
A spouse is almost never responsible for the expenses of a deceased spouse. However, if the deceased spouse had money and there will be probate, someone may make a claim against the deceased spouse's money in probate court.
The estate of the deceased can always bring suit. Anyone that was injured by the death, typically a spouse or a child. And the guardian of a minor can bring it on behalf of the child.