Survivor Benefits
/ˈsɜːr.vɪ.vər ˈbɛn.ɪ.fɪts/
Definitions
- (n.) Monetary payments or benefits awarded to designated individuals, typically family members, after the death of a person who contributed to a pension, insurance, or social security plan.
The widow received survivor benefits following her husband's passing under the pension plan.
- (n.) Benefits granted to a surviving spouse or dependent under life insurance or workers’ compensation statutes.
Survivor benefits helped support the deceased worker's dependents after the fatal accident.
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- survivor benefits
- survivor benefit
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Commentary
Survivor benefits commonly arise in contexts such as pension plans, life insurance, and workers’ compensation; drafting should specify eligibility criteria and triggering events clearly.
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