How do courts determine alimony payments?
Avoid an improper alimony award. In divorce cases involving alimony awards, courts consider in multiple factors and rule according to the presented evidence. A recent case reviewed by The First Distr...
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Read MoreCan a court require maintenance of a life insurance policy as security for alimony?
If your divorce case involves alimony, it is important to understand how your funds are rewarded. It is well settled Florida law that a court can obligate a spouse to maintain a life insurance pol...
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Read MoreMy ex-spouse quit before retirement age, can I still get a portion of the pension?
A recent court ruling finds that pensions awards may change if your ex-spouse experience a job change. It is well established law that a spouse should be awarded one half of the marital portion of ...
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Read MoreCan courts consider 401K accounts when determining alimony?
A Florida Court recently held that retirement accounts distributed to parties might be considered income for the purpose of determining alimony. In Stolztfus v. Stoltzfus, No.2D14-2083 (Fla. 2nd DCA ...
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Read MoreAre marital assets considered in alimony awards?
If you are being awarded alimony, marITal assets may not be included. A recent court case in the Fifth District Court of Appeals dealt with whether a court should take into consideration a parties ...
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