
Death Benefits Claims
Death Benefits Claims
If you have lost a loved one, you can lodge a death benefit claim with their superannuation fund, which may include a life insurance payment. All superannuation funds will have a death benefit policy.
Death Benefits are paid to the surviving partner, children or dependants. The distribution of payment is decided by the super fund not the deceased’s will. This is why it is important to seek legal advice before pursuing a Death Benefit claim.
Death Benefits are also accessible if you or a loved one is suffering from a Terminal Illness. A Terminal Illness is any medical condition resulting in a life expectancy of less than two years.
Why Zaparas Lawyers?
Many people are not aware of their ability to make a claim through super because it is not common to receive the policy documents.
Every claim is important to us. Our dedicated team of superannuation specialists will approach your claim with skill, knowledge, and care.
Your file will be conducted by a lawyer who specialises and has experience in the area of superannuation claims.
Our team can guide you through the process and help make a claim for a benefit at a time you need it most.
Can I Make a Claim?
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FAQs
- Beneficiary;
- Dependent;
- Trustee; and
- Executor.
- The deceased’s spouse or de factor partner;
- A child of the deceased (any age); or
- A person who has an interdependency relationship with the deceased.
- Provide you with copies of all of the evidence relied upon in the assessment of your claim;
- Having regard to the available evidence, clearly set out the potential barriers to your claim; and
- Provide you with the opportunity to comment or provide further evidence to support your claim.