Common law marriage (or informal marriage) is a legal mechanism for a couple to access marital rights without a formal ceremony. Both heterosexual and homosexual couples may have a common law marriage...
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Many couples move in together before getting married. Perhaps you want to take your relationship to the next level but aren’t ready for marriage. However, you’ve heard about common law marriage an...
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When a person passes away, the surviving spouse has a right to claim a part of their estate. However, If another heir challenges your inheritance rights, the probate court may ask for legal proof of t...
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Many people misunderstand common-law marriage, and assume that living with someone for a certain amount of time makes them legally married. However, for a couple to actually be common law married requ...
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Couples often live together for many years without formally marrying. Sometimes people take this step to progress their relationship without committing to marriage. Dating companions don’t have any ...
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