Am I liable ifmy wife ran up a hospital bill but the insurance was in my name?
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Am I liable ifmy wife ran up a hospital bill but the insurance was in my name?
Asked on June 23, 2011 under Bankruptcy Law, Arkansas
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your situation. The general rule is that the person that has the coverage is legally obligatedto pay the bill. I am puzzled by what you mean by "ran up the bill" and wonder if this question is born out of a much larger issue, like that you are getting divorced. Do you think that your wife deliberately did something to cause you to become liable for medical services rendered to her while you were married and while she was still on your plan? That would be something that you should speak with your attorney about as you may have some negotiating power with the bills. Good luck to you.
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