Small Claims & death

[Dorothy Gabriel]

What is the name of your state?What is the name of your state? Missouri

My husband lost a case in small claims court and has been making payments on it. He has passed away - am I liable to continue to pay for this case? The case was in his name alone - I am the sole survivor and beneficiary.

 

[hbreen]

Check your probate statutes, the creditor may be able to place a claim against the estate.

 

[JETX]

He has passed away - am I liable to continue to pay for this case?

The judgment creditor can file a claim against the estate of the deceased judgment debtor.