My husband and have been locked in legal proceedings over property at the family court after I initiated our break-up. Out of spite he won’t let me use our car when he gets home from work. We live in a rural area and I have always used the car in the afternoons to take the children everywhere – to the doctor’s, friends, clubs etc . We bought the car a few years ago but it is registered in his name only. Can I take legal action against my husband about the use of the car ?
By: דיאנה שאלתיאל•Published on: 12 May, 2022Yes ! Even though the car is registered in the husband’s name if it was purchased during the marriage it is joint property. Furthermore, if asked, it is most likely that the family court will grant a temporary decision sharing the use of the car between both spouses as the vehicle was used by the wife beforehand as part of her and the children’s way of life. It can do so before it gives a final decision regarding the couple’s marital property.