Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Massachusetts

credit cards

Am I responsible for paying my deceased husband's credit card bills - his name is only on the card.


Asked on 4/15/08, 4:14 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Christopher Vaughn-Martel Charles River Law Partners, LLC

Re: credit cards

I am sorry for your loss. On top of coping with the loss of a loved-one, the probate process can be a truly daunting task.

Please feel free to contact me and schedule a free consultation. I have been succesful in discharging these types of debts, and protecting estate assets from creditors.

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Answered on 4/16/08, 11:19 am

Re: credit cards

The bills must be paid from his estate. That said, the credit card companes could sue you if they can prove that the debts were "marital debts"... used to provide for both of you.

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Answered on 4/15/08, 5:05 pm


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