What does legal separation mean in Oregon?
What does legal separation mean in Oregon?
Legal separation in Oregon establishes a binding agreement between married people regarding custody, child and spousal support, and division of property. The spouses may enter a separation agreement to live apart for at least one year or indefinitely.
How long can you be legally separated in Oregon?
six months
Do I have to give my wife money if we are separated?
1 attorney answer If your wife seeks divorce (or if you do) by filing a Petition for Divorce, while the divorce is going on, the law says the expenses of the marriage must be paid. This is called “Interim Support”.
Who pays mortgage during separation?
Even during a separation, both of you are responsible for paying any joint debts such as your mortgage loan. It doesn’t matter if only one of you continues to live in the home. You must still pay your mortgage lender regardless of being separated or filing for divorce.
Should I sleep with my husband while separated?
Is sleeping together ‘Ok’ to if you’re separated? My immediate answer is No, you should NOT be having sex if you’re separated from your spouse. Having sex with your spouse is NOT simply a physical act. Any time a spouse says they don’t ‘feel in love’, then has sex with that same spouse, it is always a huge mistake.
Can you commit adultery if you are separated?
If You Are Legally Separated, Is It Still Adultery? You and your spouse are still married even if you are separated. If you or your spouse has a sexual relationship with anyone else during your legal separation, it can be considered adultery. It can affect your divorce in the same way as adultery in the marriage.
Can a wife sue her husband for emotional distress?
Yes. You can sue, but there is no guarantee that you will win. In California there is precedent for a civil cause of action referred to as the “intentional infliction of emotional distress.” A husband can bring such a cause against his wife.
Can you sue your spouse’s employer for emotional distress?
Sometimes, it is not the employer who was directly responsible for the emotional distress, but it may be possible to sue the employer regardless. Legally, your employer can be held responsible for an employee’s actions when that person acted in a manner that caused another person’s emotional distress.
