Another common problem is that partial discharge of a joint consolidation loan under any of the discharge programs (other than death discharge) does not eliminate joint liability for the remaining balance. (studentloanborrowerassistance.org)
[33] Also relevant to consider is the fact that a well - funded party, such as MoTH, faces higher risk with joint liability when other potentially liable parties have less means or no means with which to satisfy a possible judgment. (bc-injury-law.com)