Q&A: I’m Planning on Separating From My Husband. How Do I Cover All Bases?
Question by S L: I’m planning on separating from my husband. How do I cover all bases?
My husband has admitted to himself and others he is a “functioning alcoholic” but refuses to stop drinking. It’s draining our finances and dealing with him on a daily basis is becoming impossible. He refuses counseling of any kind and says he has no plans to quit drinking. He is also very emotionally abusive in front of our 2 year old son, cursing, throwing things, screaming and calling me horrible names even when he’s not drinking. This happens 5-6 times a week. I am also 8 months pregnant (big suprise to us) so I want to make sure things are handled. I can wait 4 months to leave and save up around $ 1300 to tide me over. I have family I can stay with at first and can get a job as soon as I get there. His name is on the car insurance, car loan etc. Can he close these out without notifying me?
I hate to leave, but we’ve delt with this situation for years and it’s only escalating. He’s even started bringing his tirades against me public, cursing me out and leaving me in stores. Tips?
Best answer:
Answer by marcellahanseth
yes, unfortunately he can close out checking accounts without your knowledge…and i th ink you can do th e same….i am not sure about car loans or insurance, but i am pretty sure about the bank account..you are doing the right th ing by leaving, i know its hard, but you have to think of you and your children..good luck…
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