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    Jun 7, 2012, 08:07 PM
    Can you collect back child support from deceased
    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
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    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.
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    Jun 8, 2012, 06:14 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by ScottGem View Post
    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!
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    Jun 8, 2012, 06:17 AM
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