RE: LeoThread 2026-05-14 14-24

Part 8/17:

Marriage’s legal and social significance has diminished. Previously, marriage was the default legal framework for relationships—offering clear rules on asset division and responsibility—and a social expectation. Now, cohabitation is common and socially accepted. In the UK, over 80% of couples cohabit before marriage; in Scandinavian countries, cohabitation often replaces marriage entirely. Without the social or legal incentives, many see legal marriage as an unnecessary risk, especially given the high costs of divorce.

The Legal and Financial Risks of Divorce