Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Florida
Credit Debt for Elderly
Recently found out my elderly mom has unpaid credit card dept that she can NOT pay back, because she has no money. She has no will, no property, is in very limited social security income, & has become very ill. Can the credit card company make my me pay it back?
4 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Credit Debt for Elderly
If you were not a co-signer, no.
Re: Credit Debt for Elderly
no.
Re: Credit Debt for Elderly
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No. You are not responsible for your mother's debts. If she passes away, only her estate can be held responsible from her assets, if any.
Scott R. Jay
Re: Credit Debt for Elderly
NOTE: This communication is not intended as and should not be interpreted as legal advice. Rather, it is intended solely as a general discussion of legal principles. You should not rely on or take action based on this communication without first presenting ALL relevant details to a competent attorney in your jurisdiction and then receiving the attorney's individualized advice for you. By reading the "Response" to your question or comment, you agree that the opinion expressed is not intended to, nor does it, create any attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute legal advice to any person reviewing such information, nor will it be considered an attorney-client privileged communication. If you do not agree, then stop right here, and do not read any further.
No. You are not responsible for your mother's debts. If she passes away, only her estate can be held responsible from her assets, if any.
Scott R. Jay
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