Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

The successor trustee of my dad's estate has apparently using my dad's credit cards after his death. No question..this is fraud, but my real concern is that the estate be held responsible?

Asked on 7/21/10, 10:51 am

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Daniel Bakondi The Law Office of Daniel Bakondi

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You should have an attorney help you with this.

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Answered on 7/21/10, 3:15 pm

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A person cannot incur debts for himself or his estate after his death. The credit cards were basically cancelled by his death. In addition, fraudulent use of credit cards is subject to a $50 limit. Notify the CC companies of your father's death, and call the police on the executor. Then find an attorney to help from there.

Answered on 7/21/10, 4:10 pm

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