Counsel throughout the United States should take note of the Supreme Court of Florida’s upcoming decision on the common law marriage before injury rule, especially in states with similar ...

Like formally married couples, partners in a common-law marriage may have property that they own jointly and separately. But what happens when common-law couples split?

Key Takeaways A common law marriage is a legally recognized marriage between two people who haven't purchased a marriage license or engaged in a ceremony overseen by an officiant. Nine states and ...

Annulment in Florida allows a marriage to be voided. Here's how to find out if you qualify for annulment or will need to get a divorce.

Do you assume common law marriage exists everywhere? At some point growing up I "learned" that any couple who lives together for seven years automatically becomes a common law marriage, and never ...

Common challenges for personal representatives Navigating Florida’s homestead laws during probate can be challenging. Here are some common issues personal representatives may face.

In the classic Schoolhouse Rock song “I’m Just a Bill,” the bill laments the prospect of waiting with other bills, hoping to ...

In Florida, divorce is called dissolution of marriage. The process is full of legalese and complicated state statutes. If you’re unsure how to proceed, our guide on Florida divorce laws can help ...

Meanwhile, these six states abolished common law marriage but grandfathered it for those who were married before the state removed it from the books. Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana Georgia Florida Alabama ...

The common things you should never say to a toxic in-law if you want a long-lasting marriage, relationship expert reveals ...

Florida’s 16 Republicans were divided on whether to vote in favor of a bill that would write same-sex marriage into federal law. All 11 Democrats voted for the legislation.