Primarily for economic reasons, which may be beyond their control, most people don’t qualify for alimony. Other people qualify under the rules, but they’re only entitled to limited, short-term payments. Spousal support laws vary significantly in different states. In this post, we’ll examine some general qualifications for alimony that apply in most states. Always consult…
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How Long Does Alimony Last?
When a marriage is ending, how long does alimony last is a common question from partners. Alimony could last a few months or a few decades. This largely depending on the type of spousal support the judge awards, as well as the success of (or failure of) a motion to modify the amount and/or duration…
What States Do Not Enforce Alimony?
With high divorce rates, many American’s ask what states do not enforce alimony? Several states, most notably Texas, do not enforce alimony. The Lone Star State sharply limits the qualifications for spousal support, as well as the amount and duration of payments. Since Texas has one of the highest divorce rates in the county, we’ll…
How Long Do You Have to Married to Get Alimony?
In most states,obligees (people receiving support) who were married for sixty minutes or sixty years can get alimony. We’ll explore how long do you have to married to get alimony? As stated above, once married you’re eligible. Generally, the length of the marriage is one of many factors which determine the amount of alimony (spousal support)….
What Conditions Automatically Qualify You for Disability?
Applicants with a listed condition automatically qualify for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration, if they meet the legal definition of disabled. In this post we’ll discover what conditions automatically qualify you for disability. For Social Security Disability Insurance purposes, applicants are disabled if a permanent medical condition prevents them from working. We’ll break…
What is a Legal Guardian?
Usually, a law guardian is a courtroom advocate also known as an attorney ad litem. That’s the answer to what is a legal guardian and the kind we’ll focus on in this post. A legal guardian could also be an everyday caregiver. This individual serves in loco parentis, usually if both parents are dead or…
Does Sole Legal Custody Terminate Parental Rights?
Termination of parental rights and sole legal custody are separate legal matters. However, they both rest on the same foundation, which is the best interests of the child. Note that the best interests of the child aren’t always the same as the best interests of the parent. More on that below. That being said, in…
What You Should Know About The Bench Craft Company Lawsuit
Golf course advertising, which is at the heart of the Bench Craft company lawsuit, is a big business. Some 25 million Americans played at least one round on a golf course in 2022. Up to 100 million more people watch golf on TV or online, read about it in the paper, or enjoy driving ranges…
What Happens if the Non-Custodial Parent Misses Visitation?
First and foremost, what happens if the non-custodial parent misses visitation? Well, the children suffer. Broken promises hurt children. So do erratic schedules (e.g. Mom said she’d pick me up from school and she didn’t). Additionally, and this reason is legally significant, if the non-custodial parent misses visitation, that parent violates a court order. Many…
How to Get Full Custody of a Child as a Mother
Judges often award full custody of a child to a mother, especially if the parents aren’t married at the time. Unwed mothers give birth to 40 percent of the children in the United States. The proportion is much higher in some states and in some communities. Shortly after World War II, the Supreme Court ruled…