California Statutes
§ 553. — 553. (Enacted by Stats. 1990, Ch. 79.)
California § 553.
JurisdictionCalifornia
Code PROBProbate Code - PROB
Div. 2.DIVISION 2. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Part 13.PART 13. LITIGATION INVOLVING DECEDENT
Ch. 1.CHAPTER 1. Liability of Decedent Covered byInsurance
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Cal. Probate Code - PROB Code § 553. (2026).
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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.
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Legislative History
Enacted by Stats. 1990, Ch. 79.
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