Home » Forums » Massachusetts Law » MA Divorce and Family Law Questions and Answers

Automatic Restraining Orders and Flexible Spending Accounts

Submitted by Jessica Whitman on Wed, 01/05/2011 - 17:10
Posted in

Hello,

I was wondering if the 411 automatic restraining order applies to "pre-paid" credit cards for health insurance flexible spending accounts. Would I be in violation of the restraining order if I limited the other party's use of their card?

Thank you for any advice.

‹ Five Unique Ways Mediation Works for "Boomer Divorces" 10 Things to do after your MA divorce is final ›

the automatic restraining order

Submitted by allan@baronlawm... on Fri, 01/07/2011 - 11:30.

Hi Jessica: I see your question about the 411 restraining order. If you have not had the opportunity to read it, it is found easily on the web. The intent is to keep things status quo as before the filing of the divorce and prevent one party from taking unilateral action against the other that would benefit one over the other and require court intervention to unwind. Among the items you will see are those matters relating to health care coverage. As this post is for educational purposes only it is best that your decision is made by your attorney with whom you have an attorney client relationship and knows all the facts of your situation.

allan@baronlawmediation.com

Automatic restraining order

Submitted by The Editor on Fri, 01/07/2011 - 11:50.

I agree with Attorney Baron:  Until you can discuss this matter with your attorney (or until you hire an attorney), I would err on the side of caution and not limit your spouse's access to the funds.  For more information, click on this link to our thread about automatic restraining orders.

Talk to a Lawyer Today
Find a Divorce Attorney in your County
Most offer FREE Consultations