Rule 1.208 Married persons

Here's a plain English summary of this rule:

If you're married, you don't need to include your spouse when you file a lawsuit or when someone sues you. You can handle the case on your own, just like anyone else.

If both spouses are sued together, each one has the right to defend themselves in court. But if one spouse doesn't show up or doesn't respond to defend their side, the other spouse can step in and defend the case for both of them.

In short, this rule makes sure that being married doesn't complicate who can sue or be sued, and it gives couples flexibility if only one spouse is available or willing to handle the legal defense.