Are Social Security Disability Benefits Available in Same-Sex Marriages?

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Yes. The Social Security Administration recognizes same-sex marriages and, in some cases, civil unions and domestic partnerships. Family members of disabled workers, including same-sex spouses and partners, may be eligible to receive SSDI benefits in certain circumstances.

Terry Katz, Esq.

Founder of Terry Katz & Associates, a Long Island law firm specializing in workers’ compensation and social security disability for over twenty-five years.

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