Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Mississippi
credt ard debt after death
if my husband had a credit card balance in his name only, am i responsible for that debt after his death.
Asked on 3/22/03, 10:58 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Heidi Milam
Heidi S. Milam, Attorney at Law
Re: credt ard debt after death
If you were not a joint account holder, you are not responsible for the credit card after your husband's death. However, if your husband had an estate which will be probated, the estate will be liable for his debts.
Answered on 3/24/03, 8:45 am