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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 surviving spouse responsible for a deceased spouse's medical bills in Massachusetts?
No
Are you the surviving spouse even if your were not cohabiting with your spouse at the time of death?
If the person was still legally married to the deceased he or she is still considered a "surviving spouse". However, the extent to which claims are made upon the estate of the deceased or the responsibility of the surviving spouse for debts owed by the deceased is determined by state laws and/or the probate court.
Who has legal rights over deceased spouse if surviving spouse remarries?
The surviving spouse has legal rights regardless of whether he/she remarries after the death of his/her spouse.
Are you responsible for your spouses medical bills in Oregon?
Oregon is not a community property state. Therefore the surviving spouse is only responsible for the deceased spouse's medical bills if he or she entered into a financial agreement with the attending hospital and/or physicians or other such agencies.
In California is the surviving spouse responsible for deceased husbands auto loan?
The estate is responsible for the loan. If the spouse wants to keep the car, they may have to assume the loan, if the bank allows them to. Otherwise the vehicle may have to be sold.
In New Jersey is the surviving spouse cars solely in the deceased names?
In New Jersey a car is the property of the person listed on the Certificate of Title. If the car is in the surviving spouse's name then it is not in the deceased spouse's estate. If the car was in the name of the deceased spouse, then it is in the decedent's estate, even if they both considered it to be the surviving spouse's car and was used solely by that spouse. The sole determining factor is whose name is on the Certificate of Title.
Is the surviving spouse responsible for the credit card account held solely by the deceased spouse's in Washington State?
Washington State is a community property state, in most instances a surviving spouse is responsible for the deceased spouse's debts depending upon the nature of the debt and how the deceased's estate is handled under state probate laws.
What are Colorado laws on surviving spouse and property?
Surviving spouses in Colorado are entitled to property that was shared with the deceased partner, even if no will explicitly says so. The survivor also has the ability to be named as the personal representative of the estate.
In Oregon can a surviving spouse be sued for credit card debt that was solely incurred by the deceased spouse if there is no estate only personal belongings and home held as Tenancy By The Entirety?
Oregon is not a community property state, therefore the surviving spouse would only be liable for debts that were jointly incurred during the marriage. Property held as TBE is not subject to probate procedure as it passes directly to the surviving spouse, neither can TBE property be attached for creditor debt when only one spouse is the debtor.
If the surviving spouse dies before he invokes his right of election can his executor act on his behalf?
Generally, yes. The right of election to the elective-share amount may be exercised by the surviving spouse or by the personal representative of a deceased surviving spouse or on behalf of a disabled surviving spouse. State laws vary so you should consult with an attorney in your state ASAP.Generally, yes. The right of election to the elective-share amount may be exercised by the surviving spouse or by the personal representative of a deceased surviving spouse or on behalf of a disabled surviving spouse. State laws vary so you should consult with an attorney in your state ASAP.Generally, yes. The right of election to the elective-share amount may be exercised by the surviving spouse or by the personal representative of a deceased surviving spouse or on behalf of a disabled surviving spouse. State laws vary so you should consult with an attorney in your state ASAP.Generally, yes. The right of election to the elective-share amount may be exercised by the surviving spouse or by the personal representative of a deceased surviving spouse or on behalf of a disabled surviving spouse. State laws vary so you should consult with an attorney in your state ASAP.
Is the surviving spouse responsible for the medical bills of a deceased spouse in Florida if they have not lived together in 20 yrs?
Only if the surviving spouse entered into a repayment agreement with the medical providers.
