@Willow
We’re not legally separated yet, but we’re moving through the divorce process. We’ve kind of agreed on things because he doesn’t have income.
Ezra said:
@Willow
We’re not legally separated yet, but we’re moving through the divorce process. We’ve kind of agreed on things because he doesn’t have income.
Once you legally separate, request to remove him from your insurance. If you don’t, the court might order you to keep him on it until the divorce is done.
@Willow
Legal separation takes as long as a divorce.
Tessa said:
@Willow
Legal separation takes as long as a divorce.
It doesn’t really. Financial and legal separation is part of the divorce process. You file for divorce, then work out financial details and custody. Once those are settled, the divorce is finalized. If you want separation without divorce, you can, but it’s usually part of the process.
This addresses the doctrine of necessaries. It seems to suggest you may be responsible. Here’s more info:
[Link to case]
Not a lawyer, just someone with experience with Medicaid and divorce. Medicaid should cover his medical bills, but if prior authorization was needed and wasn’t done, you could be responsible for that debt. It depends on the rules in your area. I’d recommend talking to a lawyer to be sure.