If my spouse died, am I liable for unpaid their medical bills?
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If my spouse died, am I liable for unpaid their medical bills?
No estate or Will.
Asked on September 9, 2013 under Estate Planning, New York
Answers:
Anne Brady / Law Office of Anne Brady
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Yes, if your spouse died you are liable for his/her unpaid medical bills. If there was no will, the laws of intestacy in your state will apply. If you have no money, you should try to negotiate a settlement of the bills for less than their full amounts, and maybe a payment plan.
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