My question involves collection proceedings in the State of: California
Here's a scenario as an example: A couple marries, Joe and Jane. Jane has assets she obtained prior to the marriage in her own name, and inherits some assets during the marriage. Joe had few assets at the time of the marriage. Joe is ill and accrues many medical bills, and uses all of his private assets to pay down the bills, but he has very few assets left in his own name when he dies. Each partner maintained their own separate bank account and did not comingle their income or the assets. Joe was competent throughout his illness and signed all paperwork for receipt of the medical services, Jane signed nothing, and Joe signed paperwork assuming responsibilities. Joe dies and Jane immediately receives contacts from the billing organizations asking that she use her own assets to pay for Joe's medical bills and the debts thereby acquired.
Does Jane have any legal obligation to pay any part of this debt in the State of California?

