Article 1. Definitions of California Probate Code >> Division 7. >> Part 9. >> Chapter 1. >> Article 1.

Unless the provision or context otherwise requires, the definitions in this article govern the construction of this part.

"Debt" means:
  (a) A claim that is established under Part 4 (commencing with Section 9000) or that is otherwise payable in the course of administration.
  (b) An expense of administration.
  (c) A charge against the estate including, but not limited to, taxes, expenses of last illness, and family allowance.

"Wage claim" means a claim for wages, not exceeding two thousand dollars ($2,000), of each employee of the decedent for work done or personal services rendered within 90 days before the death of the decedent.