Legal Question in Family Law in Washington
medical bill payment
Can a husband be held responsible for medical bills accrued by the wife
Asked on 11/21/07, 8:33 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Elizabeth Powell
ELizabeth Powell PS Inc
Re: medical bill payment
Yes he can. WA is a community property state. Half of everything you earn is hers, as an undivided interest. If she has bills, the creditor can come after you for them, barring some unusual circumstances. This is because the services are held to benefit the marital community. Hope this helps. Elizabeth Powell
Answered on 11/22/07, 11:51 am