Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Pennsylvania
civil litigation
I was engaged. I moved to PA and bought property and built a new home on it all of which is in my name and which I paid for either through funds from the sale of my other home or by taking out loans in my name. I resided with my fiancee for about 8 months and he chose to leave me. Is he entitled to sue me for monies he expended for items purchased for the home. I paid the majority of the bills ie mtg; real estate taxes; monthly bills. He mainly paid for food. What rights do I have? Is our relationship considered a commonlaw marriage?
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: civil litigation
There is nothing to stop him from suing you, but you should retain private counsel to be safe. I actually work with an excellent attorney who focuses on matters like this. Feel free to give me a call and I'll put you in touch with him.
Re: civil litigation
You have nothing to worry about. The Pennsylvania legislature declared common law marriages to be invalid if contracted on or after January 1, 2005.
Re: civil litigation
Common Law marriage no longer exists in Pennsylvania. So he's not entitled to any interest in your home, either the land or the building. If he says otherwise he doesn't know what he's talking about.
If you have questions feel free to give me a call, the initial consultation is free.
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