Legal Question in Social Security Law in Louisiana

Social Security Funds 4 Month Spent B4 Death

If there is no savings, and SS funds direct deposit on 1-3rd of month and he dies during the month, are his heirs responsible to pay back moneies that he spent over over what was deposited in his account.


Asked on 12/02/07, 8:47 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Nick Pizzolatto, Jr. Pizzolatto Law Office

Re: Social Security Funds 4 Month Spent B4 Death

The succession owes the debt. Therefore, if the succession has assets, all debts will be satisfied from the assets.

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Answered on 12/03/07, 7:35 am
Nick Pizzolatto, Jr. Pizzolatto Law Office

Re: Social Security Funds 4 Month Spent B4 Death

The succession owes the debt. Therefore, if the succession has assets, all debts will be satisfied from the assets. If there is nothing in the succession, then the only way an heir is liable is if they open and accept the succession.

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Answered on 12/03/07, 7:36 am


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