Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California
If a person is facing a civl lawsuit for monetary compensation, can property owned by his/her spouse be subject to paying for any settlement costs?
Asked on 5/26/12, 10:29 am
3 Answers from Attorneys
Settlements are voluntary, so what is used to pay them is up to the agreement of the parties settling the case.
Answered on 5/26/12, 11:55 am
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
Not the other spouse's separate property, unless the other spouse is also responsible for the debt, such as a community debt.
Answered on 6/02/12, 2:01 pm
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