His Wife Died in the Santa Fe School Shooting. The World’s Sympathy May Keep Him Alive.

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Another grim reality in work place deaths. In Illinois, a spouse may receive Workers’ Compensation death benefits. It is not a large amount of money and loved ones certainly would rather have the person alive. However, the benefits provide some measure assistance.