Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas

My mother in law passed away 15 years and owed credit cards. Are her kids liable for these debts?


Asked on 1/21/10, 5:12 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Arthur Geffen Arthur H. Geffen, P.C.

Not unless they were also on those accounts.

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Answered on 1/26/10, 5:19 pm
David Leon David L. Leon, P.C.

Unless the children were guarantors on the debt, it's very doubtful. Plus, if fifteen years have passed since the last card activity, the statute of limitations would bar the credit grantor's claims.

Dave

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Answered on 1/26/10, 6:53 pm


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