A family members long time partner has passed away in Kansas without a will. Family member has been living with him, caring for him, paying the mortgage on his home, paying the utilities, upkeep, etc. for over a decade. They lived together but, had no property jointly and maintained separate finances. They did not hold themselves out as married. There are a couple hundred thousand due in medical bills. His daughters have come into the home, taken all the antique furniture given to him by his grandmother and his classic cars. Daughters lawyer has drawn up an agreement allowing my relative to remain in the home, continue paying the mortgage, insurance and upkeep. She will be allowed to occupy the home until she moves or dies. Then the home belongs to the daughters. They are planning on not filing any estate paperwork at this point in time. They are waiting six months to see if creditors file for payment.
Is not filing any estate paperwork, simply waiting out the creditors to try and avoid payment of medical bills legal? Thanks for any insight into this situation.
Is not filing any estate paperwork, simply waiting out the creditors to try and avoid payment of medical bills legal? Thanks for any insight into this situation.