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Old 05-17-2006, 02:21 PM
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possibly being sued


What is the name of your state? TN

My girlfriend is a singer/songwriter that will possibly be in a lawsuit disputing the terms of a contract with a record company. We want to get married soon. If we get married now and there is a judgement against her after we marry, will that affect me or cause me to be liable for anything since the contract took place before the marriage and the suit takes place after the marriage? Thanks, Jim

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Old 05-18-2006, 08:56 PM
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If we get married now and there is a judgement against her after we marry, will that affect me or cause me to be liable for anything since the contract took place before the marriage and the suit takes place after the marriage?
It will NOT affect you. TN is NOT a community property state. If your GF loses, it will all be her problem - not yours - at least not directly.
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Old 05-18-2006, 09:33 PM
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Ladynred is correct.
However, her judgment will come up everytime you try to buy anything jointly, like furniture, house, car, etc.
And though you will not be personally liable, that outstanding judgment will cause you to get credit denials and/or pay higher interest.
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