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How long after death does an executor have to wait for medical bills before dispersing funds?
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∙ 9y ago
He has to advertise for at least 90 days. And he has to contact the hospital directly to inquire about outstanding debts.
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Does an executor have to pay old medical bills in TX?
The executor's job is to settle the estate. That includes resolving all of the estate's bills, from the estate, not their own pocket.
Is surviving spouse responsible for medical bills in NJ?
Only if she is the executor of the estate. The executor is responsible for all estate debts.
Who is responsible for the medical bills if the decedent left a will?
If there is a will the will should name an executor and the estate must be probated. While the "estate" is liable for the bills, it is the executor who is authorized to settle them out and pay them once they have been appointed by the probate court. The debts must be paid before any property can be distributed to the heirs.
In the death of a spouse who is resonsible for unpaid medical bills after the insurance has been paid?
The remaining spouse or executor of the deceased's will.
Is a executor liable for any bills?
The executor is not personally liable. They are required to use the estate funds to resolve bills.
Your dad passed are you responsible for his medical bills?
Depending on the jurisdiction, the executor of the deceased person's will is generally responsible for paying all remaining bills from his estate. So if you are your father's executor (and the executor is normally named in the will) then you are usually responsible for paying his debts which will often include his final medical bills. There may be exceptions depending on the location and other circumstances. I'm not a lawyer; I don't even play one on TV. Consult a lawyer specializing in estate law.
Your father had no will are you responsible for his medical bills after his death?
Well, not you personally. But your father's estate will have to settle the outstanding liabilities. If your family cannot agree on a executor, the court will appoint one. The executor's job is to see that all bills are paid prior to distribution of the estate to the heirs.
Can an executor pay bills before probate is granted?
It would be difficult to pay bills without a letter of authorization, but if they do, and keep complete records, there is no issue.
Who is responsible for medical bills after divorce is in process?
the one responsible for medical bills, i think its the one who was responsible before the divorce process commenced......
Do you return or throw away a deceased parent's medical bills when they had no assets?
You should not do anything with them. The executor of the estate should make arrangements to void the debt with the provider.
Is a nephew responsible for a dead aunt's medical bills?
The nephew is not personally responsible. If he is the executor, he has the responsibility to resolve the debts. If the assets are not adequate to resolve them, they have to be written off.
What if the executor is not being honest about the bills?
Your question is not clear. If you think an executor is padding bills to get more money for themselves, ask for copies and confirm the true costs with the companies on your own.
