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How long can I collect alimony and for how much if I am disabled?
Asked on Oct 24th, 2012 on Divorce - Michigan
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I am a 29-year-old woman and me and my husband has been married for 8 years and I had a stroke and still is disabled how long can I collect alimony and how much?
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You should consult an experienced attorney and possibly seek disability benefits as well as a divorce. Spousal support depends on many factors including disparity in earning ability, children, cause of the break-down of the marriage, and so on. After only eight years, you can't expect your ex-spouse to support you forever, so you will need disability benefits to live on even if you get spousal support for the short term. Also, you often have to appeal an initial denial of your disability claim, so don't wait to file until spousal support ends or you may end up on the street.
Answered on Oct 31st, 2012 at 4:05 AM
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Alimony or what is now known as spousal support is a discretionary. A court will look at many factors before determining if it will be awarded and if so for how long. The amount is based on the paying party's income. You should consult a family law attorney to get more specific information.
Answered on Oct 27th, 2012 at 9:08 AM
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Melvin G. Franke
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It depends upon what the Judge awards. You need to hire an experienced divorce attorney
Answered on Oct 27th, 2012 at 9:07 AM
It's not possible to answer this question without knowing more about your situation - it depends in part on your husband's financial resources, as well as the disability income you receive (among other factors). I recommend you consult with an attorney to discuss this matter further.
Answered on Oct 27th, 2012 at 9:07 AM
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It all depends on your specific financial circumstances and the laws of the state you live in.
Answered on Oct 27th, 2012 at 9:06 AM
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Glenn E. Tanner, Attorney at Law
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In Washington those factors you mentioned are important but so are others you didn't mention. There is no formula. It depends on many more facts. Talk to an attorney so you can get an accurate estimation.
Answered on Oct 26th, 2012 at 10:35 PM
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Anne B. Howard, A Professional Law Corporation
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Typically 1/2 the length of the marriage but perhaps longer as you are disabled. There are various factors involved. See an attorney for help and ask your husband to contribute towards your legal fees.
Answered on Oct 26th, 2012 at 10:27 PM
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John E. Kirchner
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There is no way to give you an accurate answer because there are no specific rules about spousal support (alimony) in Colorado. If you and your husband cannot agree, the judge in the divorce case will have the discretion to decide how much and for how long, after being informed about all the facts and circumstances concerning your needs, your ability to pursue employment, and your husband's ability to pay anything.
Answered on Oct 26th, 2012 at 9:39 PM
Leonard A. Kaanta
Spousal support is based on need of the party, and the income of the parties. Each case is different. There are no set amounts or time limits.
Answered on Oct 26th, 2012 at 9:31 PM