Although it may seem apathetic and insensitive, banks have the legal right to contact family members regarding the collection of the deceased's death. However, it should be explicitly noted that family members are not typically liable for a deceased family member's debts. Some exceptions include debts from joint accounts or co-signed loans.
Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog - "Paying the Debts of the Deceased" (September 2, 2011)
Blake Ellis, "Debt After Death: Banks Chase Down Mourners," CNN Money (September 2, 2011).
Posted by Marc Tan, Associate Editor, Wealth Strategies Journal.

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