Cal. Civ. Code § 441.180
Rents dependent on life of another, how recovered when unpaid
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Every person entitled to any rents, dependent upon the life of any other, may, notwithstanding the death of such other person, have the same remedy, by action, for the recovery of all arrears of such rents as are due and unpaid at the death of such other person, as he might have if such other person were in full life.
Missouri Revised Statutes § 441.180 addresses situations where a rental obligation is tied to the life of a specific person — meaning the rent is owed only for as long as that person lives. Under this provision, when that person dies, any rent that had already come due but remained unpaid before the death does not simply disappear. The party entitled to collect that rent retains the same legal right to pursue it through a court action as they would have had if the person were still alive.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 441.180, property owners or their successors who hold rent interests tied to another person's life should be aware that unpaid arrears accrued before that person's death remain legally collectible. A compliant and diligent operator generally documents all rent due dates and payment records throughout the tenancy so that any outstanding balances can be clearly established if a legal action becomes necessary. Pursuing such arrears typically involves filing a civil court action against the appropriate party, such as the deceased's estate, in the same manner as any other rent-recovery proceeding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Mo. Rev. Stat. § 441.180 clarifies that tenants or other parties involved in life-dependent rent arrangements may still face legal claims for rent that was unpaid and overdue before the relevant person's death. Understanding this provision can be important when navigating estate matters or disputes over what amounts were actually owed at the time of death. Tenants or their representatives who have questions about whether a claimed arrearage is accurate or enforceable may benefit from consulting a tenant-rights organization or a legal aid service familiar with Missouri landlord-tenant law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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