My father passed away recently, leaving behind debts from the 1980s and 1990s. We lost our property years ago when I was in school. I’m 33 now, and never inherited anything from him. I left home when I was 18 to pursue my education. Now, I have some property in India and abroad. I’m worried these could be at risk due to my father’s debts. A family member said my name might be added to his legal cases as his heir. Is this true?

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Law Forum › Category: Civil › My father passed away recently, leaving behind debts from the 1980s and 1990s. We lost our property years ago when I was in school. I’m 33 now, and never inherited anything from him. I left home when I was 18 to pursue my education. Now, I have some property in India and abroad. I’m worried these could be at risk due to my father’s debts. A family member said my name might be added to his legal cases as his heir. Is this true?
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My father passed away recently, leaving behind debts from the 1980s and 1990s. We lost our property years ago when I was in school. I’m 33 now, and never inherited anything from him. I left home when I was 18 to pursue my education. Now, I have some property in India and abroad. I’m worried these could be at risk due to my father’s debts. A family member said my name might be added to his legal cases as his heir. Is this true?

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

Under Indian law, you could potentially be held liable for your father’s debts as his legal heir. While you left home at 18 and have separate assets, your father’s creditors may attempt to claim your property if it can be proven that the debt was inherited by you. It’s crucial to consult a lawyer to understand your specific situation and explore legal options to protect your assets.

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