Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York

Re: husbands sudden passing

Generally, for a joint checking account and money market, the money would automatically pass to the joint account holder. It depends on the language for the specific account.

The estate would be responsible for bills under his name. However, there are some exceptions (like medical bills) where the spouse would be responsible for those items. If bills are in joint name you would continue to be responsible for the bills.

Mike.