Social Security Survivor Benefits

To clarify, I cannot provide legal advice regarding Social Security benefits, but I can provide general information.
- If you're divorced but were married for at least 10 years, you may be eligible to claim Social Security benefits on your ex-spouse's record.
- You must be at least 62 years old to claim the benefit.
- You cannot currently be married to qualify for your ex-spouse’s benefits.
Would you like to know more about the eligibility requirements for claiming these benefits in Tennessee?

Here is additional general information about Social Security benefits eligibility in Tennessee:
- You must have been divorced for at least two years if your ex-spouse is eligible for benefits but has not yet claimed them.
- The benefit amount cannot exceed *% of your ex-spouse's full retirement benefit.
- Your own benefit must be lower than your ex-spouse’s benefit for you to receive this.
Would you like more information?

If your ex-spouse passed away in *, you may be eligible for survivor benefits instead of spousal benefits. Here's general information:
- You can claim survivor benefits starting at age * (or * if disabled).
- Survivor benefits can be up to *% of your deceased ex-spouse's benefit.
- Remarriage after age * (or * if disabled) does not affect eligibility.
Would you like more details on survivor benefits?

If you're seeking more details about survivor benefits, here’s additional general information:
- Survivor benefits are based on your ex-spouse's earnings record.
- You can switch to your own benefit if it becomes higher.
- Benefits may be reduced if claimed before full retirement age.
Would you like to know how to apply for these benefits?

To apply for survivor benefits with the Social Security Administration (SSA) in Tennessee:
- Visit your local SSA office or apply online at www.ssa.gov.
- Call SSA at *-*-*-* for assistance.
- Have necessary documents like your marriage certificate, divorce decree, and spouse's death certificate ready.
Would you like help locating your nearest SSA office?

The rule permitting survivor benefits at age * (or * if disabled) is based on Social Security laws under the **Social Security Act**. Specifically, Section *(e) of the Act provides for widow(er)'s insurance benefits, including for divorced spouses, under certain conditions. Would you like more clarification on this?

Section *(e) of the **Social Security Act** allows divorced spouses to claim survivor benefits if they were married for at least 10 years, are at least 60 years old (or * if disabled), and meet other eligibility criteria. Remarriage after * does not affect eligibility. Would you like further clarification?

Here is a summary of the eligibility criteria for divorced spouse survivor benefits under Social Security laws:
- Must have been married to the deceased ex-spouse for at least 10 years.
- Must be at least 60 years old (* if disabled).
- Must not be currently married (unless remarried after age * or * if disabled).
- Survivor benefits are based on the ex-spouse’s earnings record.
Would you like assistance in obtaining more specific information or applying for these benefits?

To access your deceased ex-spouse's earnings record, you may need to contact the Social Security Administration (SSA). Generally:
- You must be eligible for survivor benefits to access this information.
- Proof of marriage, divorce, and their death certificate is required.
- Contact SSA at *-*-*-* or visit www.ssa.gov for assistance.
Would you like help locating your nearest SSA office in Tennessee?