Legal Rights and Obligations Between Husband and Wife
For those who are still in green on their rights and obligations, this post is right for you. It tells us the rights and obligations of the husband and wife as provided by the Family Code of the Philippines. For smooth and hassle-free married life, both husband and wife must be aware of their legal rights and obligations. 1. The husband and wife are OBLIGED to live together, observe mutual love, respect and fidelity, and render mutual help and support. 2. The husband and wife shall fix the family domicile. In case of disagreement, the court shall decide. The court may EXEMPT one spouse from living with the other if the latter should live abroad or there are other valid and compelling reasons for the exemption. However, such exemption shall not apply if the same is not compatible with the solidarity of the family. 3. The spouses are JOINTLY responsible for the support of the family. The expenses for such support and other co...