Are you automatically divorced if your spouse dies?

Are you automatically divorced if your spouse dies?

In most cases, the court does not grant a divorce after a spouse passes away. Because a marriage ends when one spouse passes away, a divorce is not necessary. The survivor is a widow or widower. However, in other states, the probate court assumes jurisdiction of the matter to handle the deceased spouse’s estate.

Is a spouse responsible for deceased spouse debt in Pennsylvania?

In most instances, heirs do not have to pay a deceased person’s credit card debt. Instead, the debt holder writes it off. However, the spouse would not be liable for any credit card debt incurred before the marriage. Pennsylvania is not a community property state.

Can the IRS come after me for my spouse’s taxes?

Can the IRS come after you if your spouse owes taxes? Yes, but only if you filed a married filing jointly tax return. The status of your marriage also dictates whether you’re liable for your partner’s back taxes.