Common-law spouses may enjoy benefits similar to those with a marriage license Reviewed by Khadija Khartit A common-law ...

Property division in a divorce depends on whether the state follows community property or common law rules. In community property states, most assets acquired during the marriage belong equally to ...

If you’re living with a partner but aren’t married, you may be in a common-law partnership — a relationship status that can significantly affect your finances, especially during tax season. Roughly a ...