Guarantor’s Rights After Paying: Reimbursement and Subrogation
Quick answer: A guarantor who lawfully pays the creditor may generally recover from the debtor the amount paid, legal interest from the time the debtor is notified of the payment, qualifying expenses, and damages when proper. Under Civil Code Articles 2066–2067, payment also subrogates the guarantor to the creditor’s rights against the debtor, subject to…
