2007-06-10 15:03:29 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Her family.. If they either cannot or do not want to pay, she will be buried in a pauper's grave paid for by the government.
2007-06-10 15:16:53 · answer #1 · answered by joker_32605 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
If someone co-signed with her for credit, (credit cards, loans) they would be responsible for those specific debts. However, if the debts are all in her name only, they would only get paid if she left an estate. If she died and left no assets and you are the son or daughter, it is not your responsibility to pay the debts. If she named you a beneficiary on a retirement account, it's possible something might be attached to it so that the money has to pay certain debts, particularly if she cried poverty and was receiving government aid (state aid). Family would have to pay for her burial unless you let them bury her in Potters Field, a very sad alternative.
2007-06-10 15:17:10 · answer #2 · answered by bombastic 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only person responsible for her debt would be the person who's name is also associated with that debt. If her home or credit cards etc are in her name and that of another, the living person is responsible. You are not. That is why credit card & mortgage companies have insurance. You'll get calls. but you only need to supply a death certificate. As far as her burial, morally her family is.
2007-06-10 15:09:02 · answer #3 · answered by Kel B 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The family can assume the burial costs. They are not legally bound to do so. The debt dies with her.
No person is responsible for another persons debt.
2007-06-10 15:09:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No one other then her is responsible for her debt. Her burial costs though are that of whoever signs the contract. Remember for her to be responsible for the costs she would have to sign the contract, and even with a pre-paid one (before she dies she setups arrangements) someone must sign for any additional costs.
2007-06-10 15:19:46 · answer #5 · answered by caffeyw 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she dies broke and in debt, the debt goes to the grave with her. The state will try to recoup the debt through any property she had. If she had no insurance to pay for a funeral and no family member ponies up to pay for one, usually the state/county will bury her somewhere basically unmarked.
2007-06-10 15:07:38 · answer #6 · answered by special-chemical-x 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That's an interesting question. I'd review your State's laws about such things. You could take out an insurance policy on her--like some of those you see on TV. Just make sure it's term insurance, not accidental death.
2007-06-10 15:14:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think its the next of kin.If no-one will pay it then the state has to because its a law they have to be burried.The government also pays about $250.00 on it anyway.But if you are the one w/ this responsibilty,you might ask your church if they have a burriel fund.As for any debts you would only be respnsible if you co-signed w/her on things.
2007-06-10 15:18:23 · answer #8 · answered by Annabelle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Her estate. If she has more debts than what she is worth and she is not married, from what I understand the debts go with her. You as her child cannot be held for her debts.
2007-06-10 15:06:48 · answer #9 · answered by GOPneedsarealconservative 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Next of kin, if you start getting bills or calls just tell them the party is deceased and left nothing. Don't sign for any registered letters are you will be responsible , just tell the carrier party is deceased.
2007-06-10 15:08:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No one. You can't get blood from a stone. However, if you choose to pay for her burial, that would be a kind think to do for mom.
2007-06-10 15:06:05 · answer #11 · answered by krollohare2 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋