Q: Separation agreements in divorce if I sign saying I will pay something can I get in trouble if I don't
If you sign a separation agreement in a divorce saying you will pay off his credit card bill but circumstances have changed. Like he is only paying you 700 a month because he is making you pay the car payment, a mortgage that is 1100 and other bills to keep a roof over your kids head. Also now he wants you to pay the ins. On the car. Can I get in trouble if I can't pay that card. It's almost 200 a month I can't afford it.
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
- North Carolina
- (910) 333-9679
- View Profile
- Answered
A: Depends on a bunch of things. First, what you mean by trouble? Second it depends if the agreement is properly drafted and if so what the terms say. Third, it depends on if it is just a separation agreement or if it has been incorporated into a divorce judgment. Regardless, it is likely the worst 'trouble' you could get into is being ordered to pay and having a judgment against you for the amount owed and possibly plus court expenses and his attorney fees.
Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.
The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.
Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.
