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What constitutes fraud?
My mother passed away about 1 1/2 years ago of pancreatic cancer; we both owned the same home. All utilities except cable were in my name. After paying funeral, burial and a few other “mom” expenses, I was pretty tapped out. I kept the cable bill in her name and have always paid the bill on time since. I am now unemployed and can’t pay this bill. It’s 2 months delinquent and has yet to be disconnected. My fear is that after paying faithfully they will suggest the last 2 months delinquency constitutes fraud. I’m thinking of filing bankruptcy as additional bills all in my name have went unpaid. There was never any intent to defraud.
Asked on August 8, 2013 under Criminal Law, California
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Tricia Dwyer / Tricia Dwyer Esq & Associates PLLC
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
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