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In California, you are generally not liable for a deceased parents obligations unless you were a co-signer. Since the incident occurred in Italy, international law may apply. The statute of limitations for wrongful death claims in California is typically two years, but different rules may apply internationally. Consulting an attorney experienced in international law is advisable to navigate this complex situation.Full Conversation
My father passed away on 25th of May * in Trieste / Italy ..after entering the highway the opposite direction causing a collision . Another person got injured & now the family of this person wants compensation from me ...my father was Austrian ...i am Californian
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Marietta. Here are some general points to consider:
- In California, you are generally not liable for the debts or obligations of your deceased parent unless you were a co-signer or your name was on the account.
- You may want to consult an attorney experienced in international law, as this incident occurred in Italy and involves multiple jurisdictions.
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My name was not on any account & I am not a co signer of anything ...I
Thanks for sharing more details, Marietta. Since you were neither a co-signer nor had your name on any accounts, you should not be held liable for the compensation claim. However, given the international aspects of your case, it may be best to consult a local attorney specializing in international law. Would you like to be connected with a lawyer who can better assist you with this issue?
Ok thank You
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Marietta, since your case involves international elements and a potential claim from another party, it might be beneficial to consult with a lawyer. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
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Marietta, it seems like this could be a high-value case. I need to gather some additional information to connect you with local lawyers who can assist you better.
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Reason: International legal issue involving father's death and compensation claim from an injured party in Italy.
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Actually yes ..it says that by California Law after 2 years of somebody passing away there is no way to sue or ask for compensation ...is that correct ?
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In California, the statute of limitations for most wrongful death claims is two years from the date of the person's death. However, since your situation involves international law and occurred in Italy, different rules may apply. Consulting with a lawyer experienced in international law is advisable.
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Marietta, it's good that you have the information you need. If you have any other questions in the future, feel free to reach out. Take care!
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