Prob. Code, § 553 · Chapter 1. Liability of Decedent Covered byInsurance
Prob. Code, § 553
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The insurer may deny or otherwise contest its liability in an action under this chapter or by an independent action. Unless the personal representative is joined as a party, a judgment in the action under this chapter or in the independent action does not adjudicate rights by or against the estate.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Enacted by Stats. 1990, Ch. 79.
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- Official file
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