Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in New York
my brother passed away recently, he had no will, was unemployed for 8 months and didn't own a house or car, am I responsible for his credit card debt?
Asked on 11/25/13, 11:22 am
3 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater
David P. Slater, Esq.
No. His estate, if any, is.
Answered on 11/25/13, 11:54 am
Unless you were a co-signor or guaranteed the debt you aren't liable. There is a chance of indirect liability if you are a beneficiary of the estate but not directly liable so as to say.
Answered on 11/26/13, 7:47 am