Q: Refund check from nursing home after a death
My mother-in-law entered a nursing home and it was private pay. We had to pay a month up front. We paid with my credit card. She died after 2 weeks so we are owed a refund. The facility wants to issue the check payable to the estate of mother-in-law but since we paid for it, shouldn't we be able to get the refund payable to us?
A:
I'm sorry to hear of your loss.
Unfortunately, the answer to your question depends on what the agreement says when you made the payment. Without seeing the paperwork it is impossible to provide any real advice. You should consult with a local attorney who can look at the paperwork and provide your best course of action.
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