Understanding the Legal Concept of ‘Addebito’ in Spousal Separation

The concept of “addebito” in the separation of spouses is akin to assigning “blame” to one of the parties for the failure of the marriage. When two people marry, they commit to basic rules, such as fidelity, mutual assistance, and living together under the same roof. If one spouse violates these rules, leading to the […]

Understanding Paternity Disavowal: A Legal Overview

Discovering that one is not the biological father of a child, previously believed to be one’s own, allows for paternity disavowal, absolving all paternal responsibilities. How does the process of paternity disavowal work? What evidence must be presented to the court to demonstrate a physical relationship between the mother and another individual? In general, the […]

Understanding Home Return in Separation: Legal Guidelines

In the realm of separation with children, the assignment of the right to reside in the marital home, a measure undertaken solely in such cases, is not perpetual. This right ceases when its intended purpose concludes – ensuring that the offspring can continue to grow in the same domestic environment without enduring additional traumas beyond the dissolution of […]

Navigating Home Allocation Amid Separation: Legal Insights

In the realm of legal intricacies following separation, one of the most sensitive matters is the allocation of the marital home. Understanding how and when this allocation occurs can prevent unpleasant surprises. Here, we provide a clear guide to comprehend the right of habitation – what it is, who is granted it, its duration, and […]

Italian Law: Waiting Period for Remarriage After Divorce

Can divorced spouses remarry immediately? What is the widower’s mourning period? What happens if the temporary ban on new marriages is disregarded? The distinction between separation and divorce is often confused, forgetting that only divorce restores freedom of status. In other words, separated spouses remain legally married, allowing new relationships but not remarriage. The only […]