The end of a marriage can leave a sour taste in the mouths of both people involved. No Virginia couple expects to be walking down that road when they say their vows, but it does happen and chances are one person will be paying the other alimony or spousal support. One...
Spousal Support
Does the alimony system need fixing?
When a couple divorces, it is possible that one person will be paying the other some kind of spousal support. Virginia residents may know that support as alimony -- a complicated system that most professionals believe is problematic and needs fixing. It is also a...
Will my divorce lead to alimony?
For generations, divorced spouses have complained about the burden of alimony, also known as spousal support. In many cases in the past, the courts obligated one spouse, usually the husband, to make monthly support payments to the other, and those payments often...
Detailing COBRA coverage guidelines
Many in Springfield may view spousal support as being limited to alimony payments. Yet there may be other ways through which one is obligated to support their ex-spouse after their marriage has ended. Given that (according to the U.S. Census Bureau) over 67 percent of...
When is spousal support awarded?
Commonly known as alimony, spousal support are monies paid to a former spouse at the end of a marriage. Not all divorces involve spousal support, as the judge will review a number of factors to determine whether you or your ex should make...