Define: Posthumous Child

A posthumous child is a child who is born after the death of their biological father.

Yes, a posthumous child is entitled to inheritance from their biological father’s estate.

Yes, a posthumous child may be eligible to receive Social Security benefits based on their deceased father’s earnings record.

Yes, a posthumous child may be named as a beneficiary on their father’s life insurance policy.

Yes, a posthumous child can be included in their father’s will and receive an inheritance.

Yes, a posthumous child can be adopted by someone other than their biological mother if the court determines it is in the best interest of the child.

Yes, a posthumous child can be conceived through assisted reproductive technology using sperm that was collected and frozen before the father’s death.

No, a posthumous child cannot be denied inheritance by their father’s family as long as they are legally recognized as the biological child of the deceased father.

No, a posthumous child cannot be denied Social Security benefits by the government as long as they meet the eligibility requirements.

No, a posthumous child cannot be denied custody or visitation rights with their father’s family as long as it is in the best interest of the child and the court approves the arrangement.