Yes. As of November 19, 2014, 35 US states recognize same-sex marriages and only 15 US states do not.
Generally, yes. However, the US does not recognize polygamy, and most states do not recognize same sex marriage.
Both the United States and Mexico recognize marriages performed in other jurisdictions as long as the marriage was legal in the jurisdiction where it was performed. Both countries, however, reserve the right to reject a marriage which is "against public policy" (e.g., incestuous or polygamous marriages). As for same-sex marriages, they are recognized by Mexico and all Mexican states, but not by the federal government in the United States and not by most U.S. states.
Some US states may recognize British Civil Partnerships as if they were same-sex marriages or civil unions. However, most will not. Also, the US federal government will only recognize marriages, whether they be same-sex or opposite-sex.However, same-sex marriage is legal in both the United States and Great Britain.
Marriage by proxy is a marriage that takes place when one or both of the parties is not physically present. It follows an age old tradition that was developed for various reasons. Only a handful of states recognize proxy marriages (California, Colorado, Montana, Texas) but most states except Iowa will recognize a proxy marriage legally performed in another state. You can read more about it at the related link.Marriage by proxy is a marriage that takes place when one or both of the parties is not physically present. It follows an age old tradition that was developed for various reasons. Only a handful of states recognize proxy marriages (California, Colorado, Montana, Texas) but most states except Iowa will recognize a proxy marriage legally performed in another state. You can read more about it at the related link.Marriage by proxy is a marriage that takes place when one or both of the parties is not physically present. It follows an age old tradition that was developed for various reasons. Only a handful of states recognize proxy marriages (California, Colorado, Montana, Texas) but most states except Iowa will recognize a proxy marriage legally performed in another state. You can read more about it at the related link.Marriage by proxy is a marriage that takes place when one or both of the parties is not physically present. It follows an age old tradition that was developed for various reasons. Only a handful of states recognize proxy marriages (California, Colorado, Montana, Texas) but most states except Iowa will recognize a proxy marriage legally performed in another state. You can read more about it at the related link.
Yes, unless the marriage is between persons of the same sex. States all recognize legal marriages of opposite sex people performed in other states. Only a select few states recognize same sex marriages performed in a state that recognizes same sex marriage. Same sex marriages are recognized in other states that also allow same sex marriage.
If you mean the federal government of the United States, then the answer is yes. The federal government recognizes same-sex marriages effective June 26, 2013, although for some purposes the couple must live in a state that also recognizes their marriage. Certain of the individual states also recognize same-sex marriages. Those states that have legalized same-sex marriage recognize such marriages performed within their own borders, in other states and in foreign countries. (Please see related question below for list of states where same-sex marriage is legal.)
If it is legally recognized by the state, the insurance company is bound to acknowledge it. But most states no longer recognize common law marriages. Consult an attorney in your state.
Yes. Most countries recognize each other's legal marriages.
Most states that allow for cohabitation to become a common law marriage, say that a marriage does not become common law until after 7 years. Some states do not recognize same sex common law marriages, though.
Both the United States and Mexico recognize marriages performed in other jurisdictions as long as the marriage was legal in the jurisdiction where it was performed. Both countries, however, reserve the right to reject a marriage which is "against public policy" (e.g., incestuous or polygamous marriages). As for same-sex marriages, they are recognized by Mexico and all Mexican states, but not by the federal government in the United States and not by most U.S. states.
Probably not, the person under most U.S. state laws would not be considered a spouse if they were not legally married. There are a few states that still recognize common law marriages. However, the qualifications for such a union are established by the laws of those states and can be quite complicated.
No. A general Power of Attorney provides no general power or authority for you to enter another person into a legally binding marriage. A proxy marriage is a marriage where one party stands in for another party. Either the bride or groom is not present. Where proxy marriages are allowed an agent stands in for the party based on a Power of Attorney executed for that purpose. In the United States only five states allow proxy marriages: California, Colorado, Texas, Kansas and Montana. Most proxy marriages are limited to people who are in the military. However, other legal provisions may apply. Not all states recognize proxy marriages. Some states only recognize a marriage by proxy performed in another state as a common law marriage. In many states a common law marriage is not recognized as a legal status. You need to check the rules in your state.