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Depends on the state in which you reside. If you live in a community property state such as California or Washington, the spouse has to have signed off and had the signature notarized for the spousal rights to be waived.

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Q: If a man names his brother beneficiary of a life insurance policy and not his wife can she still collect?
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Your beneficiary can collect benefits from your insurance policy if you commit suicide if, 1. Your policy provisions for payout in the event of suicide. 2. Your waiting period has been satisfied if stipulated by your insurance carrier and policy. Read your policy carefully and contact your policy carrier for assistance and clarity as it relates to your policy.


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How can second divorced wife collect deceased husbands insurance policy when first deceased wife of husband is still named beneficiary?

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