Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Illinois

Deceased spouse creditors

Can the spouse of a deceased husband, be made to pay off the balance of credit cards that were only in the husband's name. The deceased left no will.


Asked on 4/21/09, 6:11 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
George Zuganelis Zuganelis & Zuganelis, Attorneys at Law, P.C.

Re: Deceased spouse creditors

The general rule in Illinois is that each spouse is responsible for the debts of the other. Please seek the advice of an attorney in your area.

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Answered on 4/22/09, 12:56 pm


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