I had a son with my ex. He was never really involved and never signed the birth certificate. He lived in Florida, he passed away in a car accident about 4 months after my son turned 3. My ex's mother sent me his death certificate months later, but another death occurred. Then I found out I was pregnant, new relationship. I never went to file a claim, nd now my son is 5 about to be 6 in December. Is it too late to file a claim for my son? And does anyone know what I'd have to do? It's been 2 years and some change and he's not in on my son's certificate either.
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The social security office would have to establish paternity. This involves DNA testing, because paternity hasn't been established. You'd have to go there and speak with them and try to apply. They can answer all questions you may have.
You will need to ask all your questions at your SSA.
Be sure to have your SS number as well as your son's and his dad's number also. Take the birth certificate and the father's death certificate with you also. I would also suggest you have your marriage certificate and your divorce agreement. Does the divorce mention the child? Did you ask for support? If not - why?
Be sure to file right away as the date you file will be your "official begin" date and when/if your claim is approved you will/may receive back benefits from that date (back payment).
SSA will tell you what tests/documents you will need to prove paternity. All of this will take time (months) so be sure to file ASAP.
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