Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Mexico

Mothers bills after death

My mother passed away 2 months ago without a will. What little money she had we used for her funeral. Other then that she had nothing of any value. I just received several bills from the the hospital and ambulance service. We live in a different state. Can I be held responsible for her debts to hospital and ambulance service?


Asked on 10/26/02, 1:21 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC

Re: Mothers bills after death

You are not personally liable for your mother's debts. Creditors must file a claim with the estate for the amount they are owed; when the estate money is exhausted, the creditors are out of luck.

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Answered on 10/26/02, 11:07 pm


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