Legal Question in Business Law in Michigan
Can a company charge a family member for the debt of another? They are not married. Can a cousin be charged for another's debt?
Asked on 9/26/10, 2:12 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Edward Hoffman
Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman
Merely being a debtor's cousin would not make him liable, but he might be liable for other reasons.
Answered on 10/01/10, 2:25 pm
Timothy Klisz
Klisz Law Office, PLLC
Not likely, unless a co-borrower or guarantor. Only a persons probate estate is liable for debts. Visit me at kliszlaw.com to discuss in detail. Tim Klisz
Answered on 10/01/10, 2:33 pm
Kevin B. Murphy
Franchise Foundations, APC
As the other attorneys say, not unless the cousin was a guarantor of the debt, which does not appear to be the case here. Consult with an attorney in your area for specifics.
Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D. - Mr. Franchise
Franchise Attorney
Answered on 10/01/10, 4:18 pm
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