Who is Eligible for Spousal Support or Alimony?
Many factors influence the eligibility or ineligibility of spousal support/alimony. One factor weighed in the determination of support or alimony payments is financial entitlement. This is based on both spouses’ income and earning capacity. Another major factor in the determination of payments is legal entitlement, which is based on marital misconduct such as abuse, adultery, cruelty, or even incarceration. How Much Spousal Support or Alimony Will be Paid? To determine how much spousal support or alimony a spouse must pay, the court weighs such factors as: • The length of the marriage • The age and health of the spouses • The lifestyle each spouse is accustomed to • The earning capacity and income of each spouse Contact a Divorce Attorney If you are planning or undergoing a divorce, questions about alimony and spousal support will naturally arise. A divorce lawyer from MHK Law Firm in Pennsylvania can help you achieve the most favorable support or alimony settlement for all parties inv
