Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Massachusetts
Death and credit card debit
My Dad has past away, but my Mother is still living. My Dad has $6K in credit card debit, the account is in his name only. Is my Mother responsible to pay off the debit?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Death and credit card debit
It may depend on the nature of the debt, but the answer is most likely no.
You should contact your estate administration attorney, or feel free to contact me if you should require any further assistance. I have been successful in discharging debts of this nature in the past.
Re: Death and credit card debit
Generally speaking, pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 209, Section 9, one spouse shall not be liable for the debts of the other spouse, but a married woman shall be liable jointly with her husband for debts due, to the amount of one hundred dollars in each case, for necessaries furnished with her knowledge or consent to herself or her family, if she has property to the amount of two thousand dollars or more.
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