Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Illinois
Do I have to pay my deceased spouse's medical bills and those that have also gone to collections if they are only in his name. There is no money in his estate.
Asked on 12/01/10, 1:04 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Caroline Palmer
Law firm of Caroline Palmer
No. The creditors will have to collect the money from your deceased spouse's estate but if your name is not on the accounts then you are not personally liable.
Answered on 12/06/10, 1:29 pm