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31-Year Unmarried Partner Evicted from Home After Girlfriend's Passing

A heart-wrenching case in China has sparked widespread attention and debate, raising questions about the rights of unmarried partners in long-term relationships. In the city of Chongqing, a man known as Liu had lived with his girlfriend, Wan, for 31 years without ever formally tying the knot. Despite their long-standing commitment to each other, the couple never obtained a marriage certificate. Together, they had built a life, opening restaurants and tea houses, and jointly purchasing two commercial properties, one residential property, and two cars. However, all of these assets were registered in Wan's name.

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18 March 2025

Tragically, Wan passed away suddenly in January at the age of 67, leaving behind no will or testament. Her son, Tang, took control of her estate and promptly sold the two cars, transferred the properties into his own name, and demanded that Liu vacate the residential property. The case has highlighted the precarious situation of unmarried partners in China, where they may be denied rights to shared assets and property in the event of their partner's death. Liu's situation has sparked an outpouring of sympathy and support, with many arguing that he should have some claim to the assets they built together over three decades.

The situation is complex due to Wan's unresolved marital status. She did not divorce her previous husband before moving in with Liu, which could potentially be seen as a case of bigamy. This introduces a significant legal issue that could impact Liu's rights and claims to the assets. Public opinion is divided, with some people expressing sympathy for Liu and criticizing Tang for his actions, while others question the nature of Liu and Wan's relationship and argue that Liu may not have a legitimate claim to Wan's estate.

According to legal experts, Liu's dispute over the estate's disposal must follow the principle of "who claims, who provides evidence." Since Liu and Wan did not obtain a marriage certificate, their relationship is legally considered a cohabitation, which poses significant challenges for Liu in contesting the estate. The incident has sparked public debate about the distinction between cohabitation and marriage, serving as a reminder to consider legal implications when handling such relationships.

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In the context of Chinese law, cohabitation does not confer the same rights and protections as marriage. Without a marriage certificate, Liu may not be entitled to the same inheritance rights as a spouse, making his situation even more precarious. This case highlights the importance of understanding the legal ramifications of one's relationship status and the potential consequences of not formalizing a partnership through marriage. It serves as a cautionary tale, underscoring the significance of considering legal protection and securing one's rights, particularly in cases where cohabitation is involved.

The online community is divided between those who believe Liu has been wronged due to his long-term commitment to Wan and those who argue that the lack of legal marriage documentation means he cannot inherit her assets. This debate highlights the complexities of common-law relationships and the importance of legal protections for couples in such situations. As the case unfolds, it remains to be seen how the law will balance the competing interests of Liu and Tang, and what implications this may have for the rights of unmarried partners in China.

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阿笨汽车观察
阿笨汽车观察Mon Mar 17 23:02:23 +0800 2025
#女子离世同居31年男友被赶出门#太心疼重庆的刘先生了!31年,人生能有几个31年?刘先生把青春和爱都给了万女士,两人一起打拼,开餐馆、茶楼,购置房产和车辆。虽说资产都在万女士名下,可这都是他们共同努力的成果。没成想,万女士突然离世,没留下遗言,万女士儿子唐先生直接卖车、过户房产,还把刘先生赶出门,实在太让人心寒。就算刘先生和万女士是同居关系,那些共同打拼来的财产,刘先生也应有份。就因为没结婚证,半生付出就这么打了水漂,这显然是不合适的。律师说遵循谁主张谁举证原则,对没留证据的刘先生来说,太难了。 Read more
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莎姬子
莎姬子Mon Mar 17 22:37:18 +0800 2025
#浙大回应网传副教授选妃事件#很多人说光看相亲条件就网暴人家不对(那时候sr学生还没曝出来)。槽点就是他是什么职业89想娶了00的无所谓,但偏偏他是老师。大家对老师都有为人师表的滤镜,社会对老师也是普遍尊重的。但一个89想娶00的很明显就是身体上的欲望,他是老师,他对一个年轻女孩的身体有欲望,很难不想象他对待自己的年轻学生是什么想法。之前有一个网友说这样的人如果是自己的女儿让他去教都会很担心。 Read more
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爱慕读书
爱慕读书Mon Mar 17 22:49:44 +0800 2025
#女子离世同居31年男友被赶出门#公说公有理婆说婆有理,儿子怎么说?把记者电话挂了!!爱慕读书的微博视频 Read more
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邦妮帮帮你呀
邦妮帮帮你呀Tue Mar 18 02:37:18 +0800 2025
平心而论,这个浙大副教授要求过分吗?我个人其实觉得你想提什么要求都是你的自由、你要找外星人,只要外星人愿意接受你且是一个成年外星人👽,那么就一点问题都没…但是,征婚、在互联网暴露自己就是有风险的,因为你不断在伤害别人心理利益,高效和观感柔美难以共存你的偏好,哪怕你自己觉得在价值互换角度都是完全合理甚至让利了,都会让大量异性觉得不爽比如一个女人认为自己条件也很好,学历高收入高家境不错,只是93年的,看到这个相亲启事就是会被影响信心,哪怕她本人不喜欢这个浙大教授,这种负面的情绪会导致她转而攻击提出要求的副教授本人如果舍得花钱,就应该找红娘和机构,你说的话就有工作人员帮你缓冲这层“直接冲突”,不符合条件的、暂时没有婚恋意愿但在乎自己婚恋价值的人就压根没有机会被伤害如果自己征婚,一定要把条件写的很低,然后一点一点慢慢筛选(省钱就是要花很多力气和时间的),写从90到03都可以,形象好这个东西主观,反正很少有女人真心觉得自己丑,可以保留,学校写有共同语言有名校就读经历加分,这样就不会被喷…不回复00以前的消息就可以了,反正是黑箱操作但是这家人不愿意花钱、情商很低,也不愿意承担任何时间成本沟通成本,这样的人很难找对象的,大概率很难相处#网曝浙大副教授相亲要求00后形象好##浙大回应网传副教授相亲贴引争议##浙大回应网传副教授选妃事件# Read more
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容嬷嬷的妹妹绿婆婆
容嬷嬷的妹妹绿婆婆Mon Mar 17 22:34:21 +0800 2025
#女子离世同居31年男友被赶出门#女方没离婚?与其他男子同居31年?那财产被女方儿子全部拿走也是活该了。谁让做男小三的?做小三就应该得到这下场,不管男女。不过有点奇怪,女方老公容忍了31年?如果是真的,可谓忍者神龟了。 Read more
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