Q: my daughter had child support many years ago but they close the case cause the dad diisapear
we just find out that the dad is dead, is any support that my child is eligable?
A: If your daughter is still a minor, she may be eligible for Social Security Survivor's benefits. Contact your local Social Security office to find out.
Kathryn Hilbush agrees with this answer
A: In addition to Attorney Boyd's excellent suggestion, you can also look into whether the father left a estate that might be available from which your daughter might be able to claim a share. You'd want to check with the Register of Wills in the county where he passed away or where he resided.
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