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Legal separation can last forever, it is basically the last option before divorce. It is issued by a court order and either one of the spouses can change their mind and remove the legal separtion or continue with divorce. Legal separation is basicaly the last alternative before divorce, It gives spouses a chance to solve marital problems, take advanctage of medical benefits that they may not have if they were divorced, if religious beliefs conflict with divorce you are able to live separately and retain your marital status, etc....
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Is it legal to have a private investigator follow my spouse?
Yes, it is perfectly legal for a private investigator to follow your spouse as long as your spouse is in a public place.
Can I get food stamps if I'm married but separated from my spouse?
Yes, you may be eligible for food stamps if you are married but separated from your spouse, as long as you meet the other eligibility requirements set by the program.
Which woman is the legal spouse in polygamy?
The first spouse with a legal marriage license is the only one considered legal. Number two cannot get legal status as long number one is alive.
Is it legal to change locks on door if a spouse moves out?
yes it is alswyas legal as long as you own the house
Is it legitimate to prohibit a spouse from working in the same company as the other spouse?
companies can set their own policy and there is nothing that can be done about it - as long as it is legal.
In North Carolina is it legal to leave your spouse while she is pregnant?
I think so as long as she is ugly.
How long can you be legally separated?
There is no time limit. However, you are legally married until you obtain a legal divorce.
What are my rights as a wife who was separated from her husband and he died?
You are the surviving spouse as long as you weren't divorced. You have all the rights provided by your state laws as the surviving spouse. You can check the laws of your state at the related question link provided below.
Is it adultry if separated?
Not necessarily - if you decided you are separated and seeing other people then no. If you are just taking time to see where things are and are cheating during that time then really you have found your answer - you should not be married as really if you still want to be with that person separated or not and the possibility of getting back together you should not and would not cheat.
How does the length of time a couple is married affect spousal rights in a will. How long do they have to be married for the new spouse to have rights to the estate if they were not included?
There is no time limit. The length of time of the marriage has no effect on the statutory rights of a legal spouse. The surviving spouse has legal rights . . . period. You can check those legal rights under your state laws of intestacy at the related question link provided below.
Can you enter australia if you are separated from your spouse?
Yes, anyone can enter Australia, as long as they are not asylum seekers... Then you would be placed in a detention center for like 10 years....
Is there a waiting period for benefits if you just married and the spouse dies?
In most states in the US no. As long as your marriage is legal and you married in the US.
