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If a spouse is separated for over a year but still legally married spouse dies is the surviving spouse responsible for the hospital bill?
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∙ 10y ago
That depends a great deal on the situation. There may be an insurance clause that would apply. Typically the estate must resolve the debts first.
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If one is physically separated from ones spouse but not legally separated can one be held responsible for the debts of your spouse?
If you are still legally married, you can be held responsible. That would be the benefit of getting a divorce.
If legally separated are you responsible for their medical or credit card bills?
yes if they have your name on it
Is estranged spouse responsible for deceased husband medical bills?
It would depend on whether they are legally separated. If they are still married, she could be held responsible.
What age is a person legally responsible for hospital bills?
Generally eighteen. It may be different if you are emancipated or incompetent.
How does legally separated differ tax wise than being divorced?
If you are legally separated you are still legally married.
If a spouse dies and you are legally separated over a year but still legally married does the surviving spouse receive an inheritance?
Yes. The surviving spouse will inherit all or part of the estate under the state laws of intestacy. A legal separation has no effect on inheritance of the surviving spouse. Even if the decedent left a will naming a different beneficiary, the surviving spouse has a right of election. You can check the laws of intestacy in your state at the related question link provided below. If you are the surviving spouse you should consult an attorney who can review your situation and explain your rights and options under your state law.
You live in NC can you drop your spouse from health coverage because you are legally separated?
As you both are legally separated you can do it.
Are father and stepmom responsible for child support?
The biological parent is legally responsible for paying child support. A step parent is not legally responsible for paying child support.The biological parent is legally responsible for paying child support. A step parent is not legally responsible for paying child support.The biological parent is legally responsible for paying child support. A step parent is not legally responsible for paying child support.The biological parent is legally responsible for paying child support. A step parent is not legally responsible for paying child support.
Can you remarry if legally separated in Arizona?
No you can not go and get remarried in the state of Arizona, if legally separated , you must remember you have to legally divorced to get married anywhere.
In Missouri is the spouse responsible for credit card debt when the other one dies?
If the surviving spouse was not an account holder then he or she is not responsible for repayment of the debt. FYI, authorized users are likewise not legally responsible for credit card debt as it is assumed the AU has no control over how the account is handled.
Can legally separated share the same house in PA?
You are permitted to share the same house with anyone you want, whether legally separated or not.
Is Lil Wayne still legally married?
yes he is still legally married but is legally separated
