So I left my boyfriend finally :D but he said a few things which has confused me?

Question

As some of you may know, about my current situation I left my boyfriend on wednesday and moved in to my friends place, My boyfriend has turned round and said he is entitled to half of everything thats mine because we were a common law couple, this this right? (I am in the UK) also, Is there anyway I can block him from calling or texting me (I am on orange)? He just keeps texting and calling me about me selling my car so he can get half the proceeds (he isnt even mentioned on the log book) can he force me to do this under law

Im happier now that Ive got him nearly out of my life, I just need help with this last bit =)

Thanks!

Answer 1

Common law is not acknowledged as law in the UK, he is entitled to nothing unless you bought things together, then he would have to take you to small claims, If you bought nothing together and he took you to small claims for half of everything, the judge would just laugh him out the building. Go to citizens advice to confirm this.



Regarding the log book, if he isn't mentioned on it, then he isn't entitled to nothing regarding the car unless he has made any payments due, again if he did he would have to take you to small claims court and prove it.



Regarding the phone, You can request his number to be blocked or request a new number (They are nice people at orange and will probally give you the request for free if you explain the situation to them) To do this call 150 Option 2 option 4 option 2 then explain the situation to them (pay monthly) or 450 (And go through to "I am unsure on my phones features" I think on option 3 then choose the calls option) on pay as you go.



Good luck and I read your last question I hope it goes well with you and your friend :)

Answer 2

First of all you can ring orange and have them block his number so he can't text or call from his phone.Second he can't force you to sell the car and isn't entitled to any part of it.The common law wife part is now no longer automatic and he would only be entitled to anything if you both entered into a civil partnership.The only thing you may have a problem with is if you had a joint mortgage or tenant agreement,if so seek legal advice.I would advise you to have a injunction put against him which will stop him having any contact with you even through friends.You can do this by just turning up at your local court to request one,they may check how often he calls etc or letters if he sends you any, and the first one will be for 28 days and you can renew them.

Answer 3

Unless you are married then there is no sharing out of the proceeds. Not married then no divorce easy as that. You were nothing more than cohabiting. My son had a similar problem with his ex girlfriend and she wanted half the value of his house as well as car etc. One solicitors letter put a stop to it all. The only area of problem for you is if your ex boyfriend paid any contribution to the car. See a solicitor and that will put him off. I am sure you could also change your mobile number so check with your service provider. You are well out of this one.

Answer 4

I don't know about the UK, but I believe you must live with each other for at least a number of years for the common law to take affect.

Answer 5

It depends how long you were living with him...that will dictate if he's entitled to anything. And he is NOT entitled to a car that is registered in your name only, not a chance. Sounds like he's being a greedy bastard....if he wants all these things from you, tell him to take you to court. That will shut him up and stop him from harassing you....cause bets are, he won't dare hire a lawyer for such trivial things.

Answer 6

if the car was both of yours he may have a case but if it was just yours and you bought it or if he bought it for you i cant see you having any problems.im sure if you phone up orange you can have his number blocked from calling and texting but if i were you i'd change my number altogether and only give the new number to trusted members of your family and trusted friends.because if you get his number blocked he can just call you off of a different number.good luck.

Answer 7

If you never married or entered into a civil partnership he's not entitled to anything.

Answer 8

Don't give him anything just now. You need to get some legal advice because it sounds like he's talking absolute rubbish! You don't want to be caught out, so get some advice.



And call your mobile networks helpline and get them to block his number. I've had to do that before. It works :D



Good luck

Answer 9

if it in your name he has nopt got a leg to stand on is the house hold bills are in both names and you have bought the house then that needs to be split half half but not the car as its by law yours

hope this helps

Answer 10

go and see citizens advice or a free initial consultation with a solicitor for advice but commonlaw is not recognised in british law



as for the phone - change ur sim or ring orange to block, but he can call u from other phones. you could be vindictive and get his sim cancelled as stolen....lol

Answer 11

Tell him if he wants half of everything to have his lawyer call your lawyer. Most likely, he is pushing your buttons to see what he can get, and most likely won't go find a solicitor to find out (won't want to spend the money). But you may want to consult a lawyer to find out how best to protect yourself.

Answer 12

Emm, im not entirly sure on this one. I'm also in the UK, Scotland to be specific. But you would have to check this one out with the police, speak to someone within the police and ask them.



not much more i can say, i hope i helped



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Answer 13

i am not sure but look in to it.here in Australia if you live in a de-facto relationship for 6 months or more they are entitled to half.thats the law

Answer 14

change your number and don't give him anything you are not married that would be different he is just being a tw*t ignore him if he keeps pestering you have the police to him get on with your life

Answer 15

am not sure but its good u got rid of him

Answer 16

hmmm...im not sure but he sounds like an ***.