Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Illinois
My mother recently passed away and I need to know if her remaining credit card balance needs to be paid?
Asked on 12/21/09, 1:19 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Sal Sheikh
www.BetterCallSal.com
You should call the credit card co. and inform them of your mothers passing.
Answered on 12/28/09, 6:47 am
Jonathan Shimberg
Shimberg and Crohn, P.C.
You do not advise whether your Mom had any assets in her own name at her death. If you are asking if you are personally responsible for her debts, you are not. If there are assets in Mom's name then depending on the total amount you either have to open an estate or complete a small estate affidavit. You may be able to obtain that form from the local court clerk's offcie
Answered on 12/30/09, 7:49 am