If my husband and I are separated, what debts may I be responsible for that he could incur?
My husband and I have been married less than 3 years and I have been the main income in our marriage. We do not have any joint accounts. I have real estate that I owned before our marriage. I have a new car in my name only that was purchased since we have been married. Our medical insurance, which covers both of us, is from my employer. The auto insurance, also in my name, covers both of us. He is not working. He has a drug addiction and refuses to seek help. If he committed a criminal act what liabilities would I have? What protection would a "legal" separation provide?
If you are not legally separated, then you could be responsible for any debt he incurrs. Different states have different laws, but in some states, if he, for instance, hurt someone in a drinking and driving accident, you might be liable for damages as well.
