Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Florida

Re: does she hane a case

If your friend could prove the habit of buying a ticket together, then she might be able to convince a jury to award her part of the winnings. She was foolish not to sue over it immediately.

Re: does she hane a case

Depends on her proof and how long ago this happened.

Re: does she hane a case

It will depend on a number of factors. She could gain leverage by obtaining a lawyer and considering a lawsuit. Also, if they had an oral contract there is a statute of limitations (which might have been extended).

Re: does she hane a case

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Your friend's chances of prevailing are not good. First and foremost, the fact that she did not contribute to the purchase of the ticket would be two strikes against her. You stated that "They remained living together but he never gave her a dime. Now that they are breaking up, she wants 50,000 a year to live on." It is very possible that a court would look at this as a claim for palimony which is not recognized in the State of Florida.

Second, she has let this issue simmer for the balance of the time they remained together which may have already reached the Statute of Limitations barring any legal claim against the former boyfriend.

Regardless, based on the amounts involved, your friend should consult an attorney to get a legal opinion based on the specific facts of the matter.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.