Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Texas

Is a widow responsible for medical bills of deceased spouse?

My husband died shortly after being told he had cancer (3 weeks). He had 2 operations not related to cancer prior to being informed of his cancer. Am I, his widow responsible for his unpaid medical bills for these 2 operations? His insurance covered part of the cost but the remaining balnce is due. Texas is a community property state and I do not want my credit ruined.

Thank you in advance.


Asked on 11/25/05, 9:09 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Peter Bradie Bradie, Bradie & Bradie

Re: Is a widow responsible for medical bills of deceased spouse?

The spouse is responsible for necessary expenses for the other spouse, so you would be responsible for your husband's last medical expenses.

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Answered on 11/25/05, 9:20 am


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