Legal Question in Family Law in New York
I bought an expencive ring for the lady I proposed to, she said yes and I gave her the ring. I then gave her $250 to help the downpayment of our reception. She wont give me any money or the ring back
Asked on 9/22/09, 12:54 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Markowitz
Michael A. Markowitz, PC
You may not be able to receive return of the deposit. However, concerning the ring, the law is clear that if the ring was given in anticipation of marriage, and there was no marriage, that the lady has the duty to return the ring.
If she does not return the ring, you should sue her for its value.
Mike
Answered on 9/27/09, 1:09 pm