When you and your spouse get a divorce, the court may award spousal support, or alimony, to one of you. This is often determined based on an agreement between you and your former spouse, or through a decision by the court.
The purpose of alimony is to mitigate any unfair financial effects of divorce on the spouse who has a lower wage or does not earn at all. For instance, one spouse may have decided to support their family and forgo their career during the marriage. Alimony gives them time they need to develop skills they can use to support themselves. It can also help a spouse maintain the standard of living they had during the marriage.
Are You Entitled to Alimony?
However, not everyone is entitled to receive alimony. Often, it becomes a source of serious disagreement during divorce proceedings. That’s why in many states, the courts examine various factors to determine if a spouse is entitled to this benefit.
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