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Is a surviving parent responsible for the debt of a deceased child in Pennsylvania?
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∙ 13y ago
No - the FDCPA mandates that collections can only be performed against the debt holder. If any collection agency contacts you and says you are liable, record the phone call (get permission if your state requires it), and contact a lawyer. If they're going after debt that is not yours, and telling you details of the debt, they are violating FDCPA all over the place and you can attempt to sue for $1000 per violation. An attorney can help you out in this situation.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 7y agoNo, not as long as the parent didn't co-sign for the debt.
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Is a surviving parent responsible for paying any bills for a deceased child in the state of Pennsylvania?
If the child is a minor, yes, they are. If the child is an adult, no, they are not.
Is a surviving parent responsible for deceased adult child's debt?
ONLY if the Parent Co-Signed for the Debt. Otherwise NO.
Is a surviving parent responsible for deceased adult child's debt in CA?
In California the estate will be responsible for the debts of the deceased. Only after they are resolved can the estate be closed and any remainder distributed.
Are children responsible for a deceased parent in the state of Pennsylvania?
The estate is responsible for all the debts of the deceased. The children are not required to pay them from their own funds, but it will reduce the amount they inherit.
Are adult children responsible for credit card debt of a deceased parent who had no estate and who lived in the state of Pennsylvania?
No.
Are children responsible for medical bills of a deceased parent in Pennsylvania?
For Pennsylvania the estate has the responsibility to settle the medical bills, not the children. Once that is done, the remainder can be distributed.
In Ky is the surviving child responsible for deceased parent medical bill?
No, in Kentucky, children are generally not responsible for a deceased parent's medical bills unless they have signed a separate agreement agreeing to be responsible for them. The estate of the deceased parent would typically be responsible for any outstanding medical bills.
Are the surviving children responsible for a deceased parent's debts?
The estate is responsible for paying the debts of the decedent. No distribution can be made until the debts are paid. If there is not enough to pay the debts the court will declare the estate to be insolvent and the creditors are out of luck.
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.
Are adult children responsible for a parent's nursing home debt in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, adult children are not typically responsible for a parent's nursing home debt. However, there are exceptions if they agree to be financially responsible or if there is evidence of financial abuse. It is advisable to seek legal advice in such situations.
What happens if you have a car that was hidden for 8 years out of state and the loan is in a deceased parent's name?
The estate of the deceased parent is responsible for the debt. The leinholder gets the car.
Do the children have to pay the debts of their deceased parents?
If you were not a joint debtor you are not responsible for repayment of deceased parent(s) debts.
