spousal

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This is what the widow should do next, along with an explanation of how spousal and survivor Social Security benefits work.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

The family’s attempt to designate 36 grandchildren as beneficiaries was rejected due to issues with a spousal waiver.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Acting as Val’s agent under the power of attorney, he signed to change the beneficiaries to the grandchildren and waive Val’s spousal rights.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Jimenez opened a family law practice in Palmdale more than two decades ago, handling divorce, custody, spousal and child support, workers’ compensation, personal injury and other civil matters.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

"Dost thou deem the mock blessing of yon mad hermit a spousal rite?" exclaimed the earl, laughing.

From The World's Greatest Books — Volume 04 — Fiction by Hammerton, John Alexander, Sir