Section 36-29A-9 - Duration of benefits.

AL Code § 36-29A-9 (2019) (N/A)
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(a) The compensation payable under this chapter to the surviving spouse of a law enforcement officer or firefighter who was killed as a result of injuries received while engaged in the performance of his or her duties shall continue upon remarriage.

(b) The compensation payable under this chapter to a surviving dependent child of a law enforcement officer or firefighter who was killed as a result of injuries received while engaged in the performance of his or her duties shall not discontinue at least until the dependent child reaches the age of 18 years.