Is there a way a surviving spouse does not have to pay the remaining medical bils of the deceased?

did not sign a letter of guarantee for paymentIs there a way a surviving spouse does not have to pay the remaining medical bils of the deceased?
It probably depends on where you live and whether you are a widow or widower. According to the common law ';doctrine of necessaries,'; a man was responsible for the medical bills of his wife whether he signed a guaranty or not. However, the reverse was not true. As a result, some states, such as my home state of Florida, have abolished the doctrine of necessaries on equal protection grounds. Thus, in Florida, a surviving spouse would not be responsible for the debts of the deceased spouse simply by virtue of the marriage. The problem with the common law doctrine can also be remedied by statute. Your best bet is to contact a lawyer in your state who can sort this out for you (unless you live in Florida, in which case you have your answer). Good luck.Is there a way a surviving spouse does not have to pay the remaining medical bils of the deceased?
You may be able to claim bankruptcy if the Bush administration didn't destroy that option. They were trying.
if you did not sighn a letter of guarantee for payment they can not come after you
The surviving spouse is not responsible for his medical bills. Just don't pay them.