claimant

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These benefits can be as much as 100% of what the person of record received at the time of death, though the exact amount depends on when the claimant files the application.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026

Again, the amount a spouse receives depends on when the claimant files for benefits.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026

The compensation scheme will award each eligible claimant damages of £200,000, though victims who agree to be assessed by a consultant psychiatrist could receive up to £385,000 in compensation plus treatment costs.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

The hearing was shown a note from a detective which said "the claimant had used force which was proportionate and necessary in the circumstances in the defence of himself and the female passenger".

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

If a marriageable son belonged to the family where she boarded a proposal was automatic; if there was more than one claimant, vicious fights occurred over her hand.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck