Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

My girlfriend and I have been together for 8 years and I've been living in the same house with her and her dad for 6-7 years now. He has been disabled and I have been supporting the house hold for about two years now. Things are not working out and they say if i leave they will sue me for abandonment. Is that legal and can they do that?

Asked on 12/05/10, 9:08 am

Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

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No, and no. If you are living together in Georgia, that relationship has no basis in law, and you are free to leave.

Answered on 12/10/10, 9:11 am

Paula McGill Attorney at Law

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If you were married, they may have a claim. Georgia doesn't recognize new common law marriages. Therefore, you can leave.

I assume you don't have children with her. If you do, and you have legitimated the child, you can bring an action for custody/visitation.

Answered on 12/11/10, 4:26 pm

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