i have been seperated from my husband almost 9 years now.we have been living apart all this time too. my father died last year,and has left me some money...and i have been told that my husband had been making enquiries about it.would he be able to claim any of this?
2007-05-18 01:11:49 · 29 answers · asked by cozza 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
No!! If you have been separated that long he is no longer entitled to anything of yours and same for you of his. Plus the money was a gift to you not a income that you earned. He can't get money from you that was given as a gift. Enjoy!!!
2007-05-18 01:19:10 · answer #1 · answered by 24Special 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it is possible to do so, get a divorce. You have been apart longer than some marriages have lasted. Secondly, check with an attorney to see what your rights are. If your father left you money--and you are still legally married--your "husband" may have some legal right to half of it. Then again, maybe not. Check with an attorney. Also, if he has not supported you during your separation, he may have to forfeit his claim to some of the money as back alimony. Good luck and God bless.
2007-05-18 01:21:37 · answer #2 · answered by Judy W 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Separated, but not divorced? I would think he has no claims to it since it was your father leaving it to you! If you have to go to court over it I'm sure the judge won't give him any since the two of you have been living separate lives for 9 years. Maybe he's asking people just to be nosy! I wouldn't give him any info. and I would start looking into a divorce! Good Luck!
2007-05-18 01:26:54 · answer #3 · answered by breeanneavery 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what state you live in. Where I am anything you inherit is yours. Even if your married and together a spouse still has no claim to it.
I would quietly ask some questions about your state laws and then if he can get a portion hide the money. Buy bonds, heck put them in Money Orders until after you can get a divorce finalized.
2007-05-18 01:20:37 · answer #4 · answered by mommyof2greatkids 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think you should get legal advice on this.
Legally you are still married and if neither of you has put in for a divorce, then he might have a claim.
But I think if you have been seperated for 5 years in different addresses then there is a loophole in the law.
Go get legal advice.
Good luck
2007-05-18 01:16:56 · answer #5 · answered by scragette2000 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you guys have been seperated for that long hes entitled to nothing unless something was stipulated in the will for him.
If you want to play it safe put it in a trust fund say your kids maybe or something thats not in your name.
Legal advice would be the way to go id say just to be safe. You would hate for all your fathers hard work over the years to go to you ex.
Goodluck :)
Keep me posted thats an interesting one.
2007-05-18 01:18:25 · answer #6 · answered by danieltiger23 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
first off....tell him that the money was left to YOU....not him...he has no right enquiring about your inheritance....see a solicitor and tell them what you know...this man is no longer in your life so what gives him the authority to make enquiries about it....no...this money is YOURS...not HIS....i am just wondering why your not divorced...you did say that you were separated, so find out where he stands in this...if your still married then he could get a share if his name is on the will.....get legal advice...
2007-05-18 02:22:27 · answer #7 · answered by Dazzlebox 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to see a lawyer. If you have been living apart all that long, you should consider a divorce. Otherwise, he may be entitled to much more than what your father left you.
2007-05-18 01:20:26 · answer #8 · answered by charliehc 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i think you have all the right to have the money since it is inherited from your father and if it is supported with a will that states that you are the recepient of the said money. also your separation with your husband for 9 years will greatly help yourself for the inheritance.
2007-05-18 01:52:42 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
geee...girl what took u so long? Now u ve seen his true color, file the divorce papers ASAP. Ya father ain't his father n it got nothing 2do with him. He wont able claim that money if it assigned 2u but make sure he cant touch any. Its ya money not his. Good luck!
2007-05-18 01:28:41 · answer #10 · answered by rly k 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋