Investigation after death of spouse
ETA - it feels like some are not understanding what I'm asking. I've already spoken to SS. Everything has already been confirmed for me. They were not legally married and did not live in a state where common-law was recognized. I am only asking if anyone knows how long such an investigation might take.
I'll try to keep this short. My dad died some time ago, and his long time gf was listed as his wife on the death certificate and also never reported his death. She continued collecting his checks until her death, same year.
Through some diligent work, a relative and I were able to confirm he never legally married her and in addition to this we reported that he had passed.
So obviously now they need to do an investigation, but she's passed on. Any idea how long this could take? I am legally his next of kin, so it will eventually come to me. I just don't know how they can investigate a dead person who had no assets.
Thanks for any advice. We've been trying to figure this out for a year and a half.