Disputing Survivor Benefit Claim

Summary

To dispute a survivors benefit claim in Nova Scotia, gather evidence proving the couple was not common law, such as separate addresses and witness statements. File a complaint with the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and consider consulting a family law attorney for guidance. If your evidence is disregarded, explore the appeal process within the CPP. Contact the CPP at 1-800-277-9914 or visit their website for more information.

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By nova scotia laws. I was married but seperated not legally. My husband met someone and had * kids yet they didnt live together for a year nor were they together when he died but she told them she had sex with him so they said still common law and got the survivors benefit. How can i dispute that. They were never actually common law
Hi ****! To dispute the survivor's benefit claim, you can:
- Gather evidence to prove they were not living together for at least one year.
- Obtain statements from friends or witnesses confirming they were not common law.
- File a complaint with the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) or the appropriate authority handling survivor benefits.
Would you like more specific guidance on how to gather evidence or file a complaint?
Yes
To gather evidence and file a complaint, you can:
- Collect documents showing separate addresses (e.g., utility bills, lease agreements).
- Obtain sworn statements from friends or family confirming they were not living together.
- Contact the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) for the specific procedure to file a dispute.
Would you like assistance with how to contact the CPP or any other step?
Yes
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You can contact the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) to file a dispute regarding the survivor's benefit claim. Here is the contact information for CPP:
- Phone: *-*-*-* (toll-free in Canada)
- Website: [Canada Pension Plan](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp.html)
Would you like assistance with any other legal steps or information?
I have shown his t4s and income tax and him even claiming welfare single and no matter what i give for proof they disregatd it
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It sounds like you have provided significant evidence, yet your claim is being disregarded. Here are a few additional steps you might consider:
- Seek Legal Advice: Consult a family law attorney experienced in survivor benefits disputes.
- Appeal Process: Check if there is an appeal process within the CPP for disputes.
Would you like more detailed information on the appeal process or help finding a lawyer?