Alimony, or “spousal support,” is designed to level out of some of the inequities that can occur when a couple gets a divorce and one spouse has been financially dependent on the other during their marriage. If you’re in that position, it’s smart to learn more about...
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Alimony
Acceptable reasons for alimony to be modified
Florida judges do not hastily make any decisions to modify alimony payments after a divorce. There must be a well-established and objective set of circumstances in place before such would even be considered. The state has created a formula by which Judges must abide....
How is alimony determined in Florida?
Alimony is an important issue during any divorce. It is desirable that both spouses exit the divorce process in as good a financial position as possible and that both are prepared for a positive financial future. Alimony is a payment made by one former spouse to the...
Proposed laws could change Florida alimony after a divorce
A common concern for Floridians who are getting a divorce is alimony and the duration for which it will be paid. Since some people receive permanent alimony, this is a financial issue that can be problematic for the paying spouse. Factors that are considered are the...
A closer look at spousal support
Florida’s divorce law follows the “equitable distribution” model for property division. Essentially, this means the couple must divide their assets in a way that meets standards of fairness. Sometimes this quest for fairness leads a court to impose an order for...
Adultery and alimony
Although some married couples stay together after the discovery that one spouse had been unfaithful, there are many marriages that end due to adultery. Depending on the situation and length of the marriage, the actions of the cheating spouse may be taken into...
What are the different types of alimony?
If you are a Florida resident considering divorce, you may wonder how alimony agreements work. Most states have their own laws that cover spousal support calculations and eligibility requirements, and Florida has very detailed legislation for alimony agreements. When...
Defining a “supportive relationship”
Although it is not intended to be, alimony is often viewed by many in Tavares as a form of punishment leveled against a more "well-off" spouse. In reality, alimony is merely meant to be a means of temporary financial assistance. It is widely recognized that some make...
Health problems and alimony payments
In a recent post on our blog, we looked into some of the challenges that people face after losing their job with respect to alimony. However, there are many other reasons why someone may have a hard time making alimony payments. For example, someone may suffer from a...
Job loss and unpaid alimony
Many different family law matters can arise when a couple decides to end their marriage, some of which involve kids (custody and child support), while other divorce issues involve finances. Aside from property division, some people face challenges as a result of...
