Your Rights When Cohabitation Ends
The end of any relationship is difficult, but ending a relationship involving cohabitation complicates matters even more. Living together without being married is common, but it still poses a legal risk for both parties. If the couple breaks up without a legal marriage, how are the assets divided in court? There may not be a clear answer. Palimony refers to the division of property, assets, and debts after a relationship (not involving marriage) ends. While some states acknowledge palimony, Illinois is not officially one of them, but this status might be changing slowly. […]