2006-11-15 06:06:15 · 11 answers · asked by E.J. 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
The estate will be responsible for the bill. But the debt cannot legally transfer to you. If you parent had a $100,000 hospital bill, the hospital will basically be put into queue behind all other creditors. As the estate is liquidated, the creditors will be paid off in turn. Generally secured debt (mortgages and car notes) are paid first, followed by unsecured debt (credit cards and medical bills.) Also - depending on the age your parent, Medicare/Medicaid wil help as well as Social Security. But, No, you can't be held responsible for the debt. Although your inheritance might take a serious hit.
2006-11-15 06:09:20 · answer #1 · answered by itsnotarealname 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
No, but the estate of the deceased parent is. Anything they had must be used to pay the bill. Any savings the parent had, any insurance, proceeds for selling their house, car, etc, would all go towards paying the bill.
2006-11-15 06:08:27 · answer #2 · answered by Lisa A 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
i think of which you're in charge for each little thing until he's emancipated or turns 18. Then he's. subsequently, it form of feels which you will could pay it. How did he get a scientific invoice without you, you prefer a criminal dad or mum to ensure out of a scientific institution maximum places. He grew to become into 17 whilst he have been given the invoice so which you will could cough it up.
2016-10-22 03:39:02 · answer #3 · answered by carrera 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ONLY if they are adults, AND signed the form taking financial responsibility. Otherwise, it is up to the hospital to settle it with the estate of the deceased.
2006-11-15 06:08:01 · answer #4 · answered by finaldx 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
no you're not but the parents estate is so anything they had will go to settle and debts that was left by the parent.
2006-11-15 06:10:08 · answer #5 · answered by roy40372 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
in most cases, yes- they look for the nearest relative. Does the relative have a designated power of attorney? They usually look at the POA first, if there is one.
2006-11-15 06:09:11 · answer #6 · answered by justfeelingfroggy 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Heirs inherit everything, including debts
2006-11-15 06:08:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
The next of kin would be responsible for the accounts.
2006-11-15 06:09:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋
Unfortunately, yes!
2006-11-15 06:13:48 · answer #9 · answered by dajyde 2 · 0⤊ 4⤋
Yes, actually they are! Sorry to give you the bad news.
2006-11-15 06:07:54 · answer #10 · answered by Obi-wan Kenobi 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋