Legal Question in Family Law in Louisiana

My wife and I have been separated and living apart for over seven years, but have never been divorced through the courts. I have recently been hurt on my job and will receive a settlement. Is she entitled to any of this money?


Asked on 2/17/11, 6:35 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Martha Amanda Mandi Lucas Mandie Seale Lucas

Without a divorce or judgment of the court, the community still exists. While pain and suffering is usually separate property, lost wages and familial damages would be community.

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Answered on 2/17/11, 6:41 am


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