if the mother is only really his guardian he is 30 years old .in a coma he has only been in hospital 1 week .
2006-06-07 09:31:09 · 4 answers · asked by daisy ar 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
No....law does not recognize a "common law" marriage. It is thought of more like a partnership.
2006-06-07 09:35:50 · answer #1 · answered by whoanelly00 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunitly the common law wife has no say in the matter. Unless he has given her power of attorney and in a living will, she can not do much of anything.
If there is a good relationship between them it would be nice for them to make the decisions together.
2006-06-07 22:44:01 · answer #2 · answered by Gabe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You'll need an attorney and FAST. You'll need to prove that you lived together for (usually) 7 years (depends on state, some don't even recognize common-law marriages). I'm assuming he doens't have a will or living will stating his preferences?
GET A LAWYER!!!
I'm sorry for your situation and wish you luck.
2006-06-07 16:35:53 · answer #3 · answered by Goose&Tonic 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes she can. Though a person must meet a certain criteria before it;s considered.
I don't like the rush to harvest organs!
2006-06-07 16:36:43 · answer #4 · answered by cantcu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋