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pshutson
Jun 7, 2012, 08:07 PM
My ex husband owes back child support. He was killed in car accident May 19th. I just found out that he had rececived a settlement in Mar. and another law suit pending. He was remarried, my daughter is only child of his.
Can I pursue back child support
Thank You

ScottGem
Jun 8, 2012, 03:36 AM
You can file a claim against the estate. Depending on other debts your claim may or may not be paid. But back support is certainly a valid claim against the estate. Find out where the estate has been probated and file a claim with the court. If the estate has not yet been submitted for probate, get an attorney to force it.

pshutson
Jun 8, 2012, 06:14 AM
You can file a claim against the estate. Depending on other debts your claim may or may not be paid. But back support is certainly a valid claim against the estate. Find out where the estate has been probated and file a claim with the court. If the estate has not yet been submitted for probate, get an attorney to force it.

Thank You
I'm going to contact my Divorce Attorney!

JudyKayTee
Jun 8, 2012, 06:17 AM
Where?