No, not necessarily. It is not the same as a husband and wife being 'joint' on an account. The holder of the debt would have to prove that you (the adult child) benefitted in some way from whatever it was that was purchased with the parent's check -or- that you were a co-signer to some contract or sales agreement for which the parent was paying. If any money is allegedly due and owing to a claimant, they will have to file a lien against your parent's estate and prove to the court that it is a legitimate debt.
It will depend on the laws of the specific state and how the account was set up. In general, joint account holders are usually considered co-owners of the account and may be responsible for any debts owed. It is advisable to consult with a legal professional for guidance on this matter.
In North Carolina, a parent is no longer legally responsible for a child when the child reaches the age of majority, which is 18 years old, or when the child is emancipated by court order.
In Georgia, a parent can kick their child out at age 18, which is the age of majority in the state. Before that age, parents are responsible for providing care and support for their child.
In New York, a parent is typically responsible for a child until they turn 18 years old, which is the age of majority. This means that at 18, the child is legally considered an adult and the parent is no longer responsible for them.
In South Carolina, a child is considered a legal adult at age 18. At this point, parents are no longer legally responsible for their child's decisions and well-being.
In New York, parents are legally responsible for their children until they reach the age of 21.
Yes a parent can be held responsible for a minor child's debt if the parent co-signs on a loan with the child. For credit cards, if the child is an authorized user on a parent's account the parent is also responsible for this debt.
The parent. In most states, the parent is responsible for the child until the child officialy becomes an adult.
Not if that child is married then yes the parents would be responsible.
ONLY if the Parent Co-Signed for the Debt. Otherwise NO.
In Pennsylvania, a parent's legal responsibility for a child typically ends when the child reaches the age of 18. However, there are exceptions for children with disabilities who may require ongoing support beyond age 18. Termination of parental rights through adoption or court order can also end legal responsibility for a child in certain situations.
If the child is a minor, yes, they are. If the child is an adult, no, they are not.
If the child is over age 18, then the parent is not responsible for the child's medical bills. The child is legally responsible for anything that the insurance policy did not pay.
In North Carolina, a parent is no longer legally responsible for a child when the child reaches the age of majority, which is 18 years old, or when the child is emancipated by court order.
The biological parent is legally responsible for paying child support. A step parent is not legally responsible for paying child support.The biological parent is legally responsible for paying child support. A step parent is not legally responsible for paying child support.The biological parent is legally responsible for paying child support. A step parent is not legally responsible for paying child support.The biological parent is legally responsible for paying child support. A step parent is not legally responsible for paying child support.
Until the child becomes an adult the parent is responsible for what they do, behave, dress, everything.
Legally, parents are typically not responsible for their child's actions once they turn 18. At this age, individuals are considered adults and are held accountable for their own actions. However, this can vary depending on specific circumstances and situations.
It is possible. Signing the admission papers may obligate the child. Read the papers and see if the undersigned is responsible for any charges not covered by insurance. You may wish to consult an attorney.