Typically, creditors of the deceased are not entitled to wrongful death proceeds in Mississippi. However, Mississippi Code 11-7-13 has a quirky provision.
“Any amount, but only such an amount, as may be recovered for property damage, funeral, medical or other related expenses shall be subject only to the payment of the debts or liabilities of the deceased for property damages, funeral, medical or other related expenses. All other damages recovered under the provisions of this section shall not be subject to the payment of the debts or liabilities of the deceased, except as hereinafter provided, and such damages shall be distributed”
Food for thought.
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