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How can I make my husband pay for the alimony if it is true that he is out of work?
Asked on Mar 10th, 2014 on Divorce - Delaware
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My ex husband is behind on alimony. He is saying he is not working right now but I am not sure. What if he is indeed out of work? Is there any way I can make him pay?
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He should go back to court and modify the order.
Answered on Mar 14th, 2014 at 12:58 PM
Bruce Provda
You can petition to enforce the alimony order and it will be up to him to prove that he is unable to pay. Consult an attorney.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2014 at 5:51 PM
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You can't get blood from a stone. If he is unemployed you may have to wait or you may be awarded a portion of his unemployment compensation.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2014 at 1:58 PM
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You have various collection actions. See an attorney.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2014 at 11:49 AM
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Diane L. Berger
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You can ask the court to find him in contempt but if he is truly not working they probably won't. Just keep in mind that it doesn't go away. He still owes you the money though it might take longer for you to get it.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2014 at 11:19 AM
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Probably not. I don't think judges like to squeeze blood out of turnips. Of course, if he is voluntarily unemployed just to avoid paying alimony, that will probably make a difference.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2014 at 11:17 AM
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You would have to prove you are dependent and that he makes more money than you and is able to pay you.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2014 at 11:16 AM