Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Arkansas
Am I responsible for my dead parent's debts?
My parents died over a year ago; they left no estate. I am being dunned by a creditor. Am I legally responsible for their debts?
Asked on 1/21/02, 12:50 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Clark Evans
Evans Law Firm
Re: Am I responsible for my dead parent's debts?
Creditors would look to the estate or to estate assets for payment. If there were no estate assets, creditors are out of luck.
Answered on 1/21/02, 1:39 pm