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Rules of engagement Q. Is there any law about who gets to keep the engagement ring when two people decide to break up? N.S., Ohio A . No, there isn’t any *"*’ specific law; but you can sue to keep or get ■Kg'/ back —an engagement w j ring after a breakup. By Here is the unroman- DENNIE tic bottom line, accord- HUGHES i n g to lawyers: “An en gagement ring is a lot like a deposit in consideration for the promise (aka con tract) of marriage,” says Miami lawyer Jonathan Parker. That means whoever breaks off the engagement is not enti tled to the ring, because that person has broken the agreement. If the decision to split is mutual or the ring is a family heirloom, it should be returned. And, when it comes to that heirloom diamond or setting, consider saving it for the wed ding band instead. It’s a safer bet that it will stay in the family. Want to keep your engagement on the fast track to the al tar? First, make sure you’ve both discussed getting engaged and that you are both on the same page about your future. The only surprise should be When it comes to the ring, a proposal is an unwritten contract Break it, and you lose it. the way the ring is presented, not that it’s being offered. Popping the question out of nowhere may elicit a confused “yes” and put your relationship on a shaky foundation. Lawyers even suggest that you write a list of engagement expectations together. If cheating is a deal-breaker, make sure it’s clear to both of you. (Legally, “cheat ing” is not a legitimate reason to termi nate an engagement and keep the ring; it only comes into play after marriage.) This list is not a legal document, but it could help if you do ultimately end up in court. I say, if you’re that nervous about the relationship, end it! ca Send questions to Denote Hughes at usaweekend.com. USA WEEKEND • Dec 28-30,2007 Ik* .. Tips 33 “Caduet’ is one pill* for my high blood pressure... Caduet* combines two proven medicines in one pill: Nor vase* (amlodipine bcsylatc) for high blood pressure and Lipitor* (atorvastatin calcium) for high cholesterol. Ask your doctor if Caduct is right for you. Sometimes problems come in twos, but sometimes help can come in one...Caduet. Caduct is one pill that does two things. It lowers high blood pressure and high cholesterol along with diet and exercise. One pill with proven benefits. Caduet. Two medicines, one pill. Learn more at ww-w. Caduet. com Caduet amlodipine besylate/atorvastatin calcium from smg/10mg to 10mg/80mg tablets ♦Caduet can be used alone or with other high blood pressure medicines. Please see the accompanying patient information on thefolloning page. Uninsured? Need help paying for medicine? Pfizer has programs that can help, l®l f i no matter your age or income. You may even qualify for free Pfizer medicines. ‘■©lprUl Call 1-866-706-2400. Or visit www.pfizerhelpfulanswers.com. Ur loWcl o © 2007 Pfizer Inc. All rights reserved. CTUOOOI4E A 1 and for my high cholesterol.” IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Caduet is a prescription drug that combines 2 medicines, Norvasc and Lipitor. Norvasc is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), chest pain (angina), or blocked arteries of the heart (coronary arterv disease); Lipitor is used along with diet and exercise to lower high cholesterol. It is also used to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with multiple risk factors for heart disease such as family history, high blood pressure, age, low HDL-C, or smoldng. Caduet is not for everyone. It is not for those with liver problems. And it is not for women who are nursing, are pregnant, or may become pregnant. If you take Caduet, tell your doctor if you feel any new muscle pain or weakness. This could be a sign of rare but serious muscle side effects. Tell your doctor about all of the medicines you take. This may help avoid serious drug interactions. Your doctor should do blood tests to check your liver function before and during treatment and may adjust your dose. If vou have any heart problems, be sure to tell your doctor. The most common side effects are edema, headache, and dizziness. They- tend to be mild and often go away. Caduet is one of many options for treating high blood pressure and high cholesterol, in addition to diet and exercise, that you or your doctor can consider.