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In short....it depends. If it was a joint return, then yes. If it was a separate return or a return that was filed before you were married, then no. However, if you live in a state with Community Property laws, then the taxing agency may be able to attach her assets to pay the debt. Community Property States are AZ, CA, ID, LA, NV, NM, TX, WA, WI
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Is an llc member liable for llc debt in Colorado?
In Colorado, an LLC member's liability for the LLC's debts is generally limited to the amount of their investment in the LLC, unless they personally guarantee the debt or engage in wrongful or fraudulent acts. Members are not usually personally liable for the LLC's debts in Colorado.
What does it mean to be liable for something?
To be liable for something means to be legally responsible or accountable for it. This could involve being responsible for a debt, an injury caused by negligence, or any other legal obligation. Being liable can lead to legal consequences if the responsibility is not met.
Kinds of solidary obligation according to the legal tie?
Solidary obligation can be classified as either joint or several. In a joint obligation, each debtor is liable for the entire obligation, whereas in a several obligation, each debtor is only liable for their portion of the debt.
Can a husband and wife be sued for medical bills if the husband is on social security but the wife works?
If both are contractually responsible or liable for the debt, then yes; and likely both will be. While neither SSI nor disability can be attached, as soon as the payment hits the bank, the creditor can garnish the account. Both the wife's wages and bank account can be garnished.
Is the second person on a credit card legally responsible to pay the debt?
Maybe. If the "second" person is an actual account holder then he or she is liable for the debt. If the "second" person is an authorized user of the account, he or she is not legally responsible for the debt but that does not mean the creditor will not attempt to collect from the AU. Additionally, married persons living in community property states are generally liable for credit card debt and other debts incurred during the marriage even when only one spouse is the actual account holder.
Is wife responsible for husband debt in Maryland?
Normally the spouse is held liable for the debt. The presumption is that they benefited by the goods and services.
Are you liable for payment of debt from divorced wife even though you have already paid your half?
no
Does your wife have to pay off your credit cards when you die?
Not unless she is liable for the debt by another rule of law; e.g., she is a signatory on the debt or the debt is one for "necessaries." However, the decedent's nonexempt assets still are liable for the debts.
If ex-wife owes half of IRS debt and now files bankruptcy is spouse liable to pay her portion?
If ex-wife owes half of IRS and now files for bankruptcy, spouse may be liable to pay his portion if the debt was is a joint account. Otherwise, spouse will not be held liable for any portion thereof.
In Canada is a wife liable for her deceased husband's debt if it was incurred without her knowledge or consent?
Unfortunately yes. Communal debt and communal assets.
If your wife included a joint car loan in her bankruptcy but you did not file bankruptcy are you still liable for that loan?
You will be responsible for the whole debt since you are the only one capable of paying the debt after your wife's bankruptcy.
If you divorce 2008 and file joint for 2007 are you liable for taxes if audit takes place but the divorce degree says he would be liable?
Yes, the tax for carries both names, but you sue for the debt.
You were just wondering if a Cosigner responsible for tax on a cancellation of debt for taxes1099C?
No, I don't think you would ever be responsible for their taxes. You may be liable for their debt though... agreeably a different matter.
Can an executor be held personally liable for the estate tax?
can the executor be liable for estate tax
Are you liable for spouse federal tax debt incurred before marriage?
The law on this point is very clear , you are not liable for your husbands tax blunders made before the marriage, in fact even if he has taken a loan you need not pay for it also. You will come in the picture only when you are legally married to him.
Are you liable for debt cancelled in bankruptcy?
No you are not, If you deglared bankruptcy, that cancels your debt
Is husband liable for a car loan if his wife cosigned?
No. Only the person who co-signed is responsible. Even in a community property state that debt would not be a marital debt. However, if the primary borrower defaults you wife will have to pay the balance and that, of course, may affect you.
