Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

after death liability

my mother has accrued a substantial amount of debt in medical bill due to know life insurance. My question is if she was to pass away today, would my brother and I be responsible for her debt?


Asked on 1/11/07, 10:01 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Frank J. Pyle Probate Attorney Throughout Florida

Re: after death liability

Only her assets are subject to her debts. Only if your have somehow agreed to pay or guarantee those debts would you be liable.

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Answered on 1/11/07, 10:58 am
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: after death liability

No, but her estate is.

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Answered on 1/11/07, 11:37 am


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