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Can you keep utility bills in the name of a deceased spouse or parent?
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∙ 14y ago
You can, but its fraud.
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∙ 14y ago
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What do you do with utility bills in the name of a deceased spouse or parent?
Such bills should be turned over to the executor of the estate. They should pay legitimate bills and either close the account, or transfer it to the estate or the heir that will be taking over the property.
Can utility companies require spouse pay outstanding bill if spouse is deceased?
Yes, if the spouse is living in the home or benefited from the utility use. The assets of the estate have to be used to clear all debts before anything can be distributed. That includes utility bills and credit card debts.
When a parent dies who is responsible for their bills?
The estate of the deceased is responsible. In many cases the spouse will be held responsible as well.
Can the surviving spouse's wages be garnished for the deceased spouses medical bills?
No - the surviving spouse is not liable for the deceased person's bills !
Is a spouse responsible for deceased spouses medical bills?
No - a person's debts die with them. The spouse of a deceased person is not responsible fofr their outstanding bills.
Is a surviving spouse responsible for a deceased spouse's medical bills in Massachusetts?
No
Is the spouse responsible for a deceased spouse medical bills in New Jersey?
Yes
Is the wife responsible for the medical bills of her deceased spouse in Indiana?
no
Is the serviving spouse responsible for medical bills in California for a deceased spouse?
In California the estate will be responsible for the medical bills of the deceased. Only after they are resolved can the estate be closed and any remainder distributed.
In Connecticut is a surviving spouse responsible for paying deceased spouse's medical bills?
Unless the survivor(s) signed some type of contract or agreement to be responsible for the deceased's medical bills, it is the deceased's ESTATE which is liable for the expense - NOT the survivors.HOWEVER: In reality, if the surviving spouse also happens to be the Executor of their deceased spouse's estate, they WILL, have to pay for whatever medical bills may be outstanding from the proceeds of the estate that they are administering.
Is surviving spouse responsible medical bills in Michigan?
The estate is responsible for all the bills of the deceased. The spouse will be required to pay them from the estate funds.
Is the surviving spouse responsible for the medical bills of a deceased spouse in NM?
The estate is responsible for all the debts of the deceased in New Mexico. The spouse will only inherit what is left after the debts are resolved.
