In which scenario would a claimant NOT be entitled to accrued benefits?

A claimant is not entitled to accrued benefits when evidence is submitted after the Veteran's death because accrued benefits are specifically designed to allow for the continuation of certain benefits that were due to the Veteran up until their passing. The law dictates that in order for a claimant to qualify for these benefits, all necessary evidence must be submitted before the Veteran dies. If evidence is presented after the Veteran's death, it cannot be considered for accrued benefits, as the claims process must be finalized during the Veteran's lifetime.

In contrast, pending payments related to a claim do not negate a claimant's entitlement to accrued benefits, as they pertain to benefits that are owed but not yet disbursed. A dishonorable discharge does affect eligibility for benefits in general, but it is not relevant to accrued benefits in the context of timing related to evidence submission. Likewise, while the legal status of a claimant is important, it is not the primary factor that determines entitlement to accrued benefits when considering the submission of evidence relative to the Veteran's passing.