Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Massachusetts

Drunk driving liability of spouse

I read that is the majic word ''tenancy by the entireties'' is on the title of real property that the house is protected in case a spouse drives drunk causing damage. Is this correct for massachusetts as well?


Asked on 2/05/08, 12:45 pm

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Re: Drunk driving liability of spouse

Tenancy by the entirety protects a home from debts or liabilities of a single spouse. Moreover, if one of you has filed a homestead exemption then the property is protected for up to $500,000.00 of equity. There are some exceptions.

It has nothing to do with drunk driving. Moreover, if you knowing let someone drive drunk you may have liability. Also if you are owner or co-owner of a vehicle you may be liable as well. I suggest if you have someone with a drinking and driving problem in your home, you do something about it.

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Answered on 2/05/08, 1:41 pm


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