Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Indiana

Deceased Spouse's Medical Bills

My husband recently passed away after 2 weeks in the hospital. He did not have any health insurance. Am I responsible for his medial bills even though I did not sign anything at the hospital?


Asked on 8/19/08, 11:14 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Samuel Hasler Samuel Hasler

Re: Deceased Spouse's Medical Bills

You could be under what is called the Doctrine of Necessities. That will depend on who had the greater income - you or your spouse.

You do not mention whether an estate has been opened or not. If one has been opened, it could take care of the debts.

Talk to a local attorney to check out your options.

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Answered on 8/19/08, 12:09 pm


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