Ohio § 2117.40
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2117.40, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2117.40.
If a cause of action on a contingent claim accrues after the settlement of an estate
or at such time that a claim thereon does not have to be presented to the executor
or administrator, or if a contingent claim is presented to the executor or administrator
as provided by section 2117.37 of the Revised Code , but the assets of the estate are insufficient for payment of the claim in full,
then the heirs, next of kin, surviving spouse as next of kin, devisees, and legatees
shall be liable for the payment of such claim or the unpaid balance thereof in an
action in the court of common pleas as provided in sections 2117.41 and 2117.42 of the Revised Code .
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2117.40
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2117.40 cover?
Section 2117.40 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 2117.40?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 2117.40 apply to my situation?
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