Alimony

marriage before the death of either spouse. Divorce laws vary considerably around the world, but in most countries it requires the sanction of a court or other authority in a legal process. The legal process of divorce may also involve issues of alimony (spousal support), child custody, child visitation, parenting time, child support, distribution of property, and division of debt. In most countries monogamy is required by law, so divorce allows each former partner to marry another person; where…

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is a silent slap on the wrist and a stern probation? More often than not the suspect is questioned and later charged. The weight of a punishment is now measured upon the severity of the crime. Adultery nowadays will get someone a divorce and an alimony check. That is not the case for Hester Prynne and the people associated with her adulterous sin. In Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “The Scarlet Letter” Hester Prynne, Roger Chillingworth, and Arthur Dimmesdale all find themselves struggling with their…

According to Deborah M. Weissman, she argues for “consideration of existing domestic violence, the paradigm of the criminal justice system that needs new deliberation regarding gender-based economic inequality and indecisiveness in the current structure” (Weissman 221) as a premise in “Law, Social Movements, and the Political Economy of Domestic Violence” (Weissman 221). As the origin and knowledge basis of domestic violence has decreased more than other disciplines of investigation precisely…

Love at first sight is what those of marrying age hope to achieve. The common goal of most people is to find that forever companion. People love to get to know others before making a rushed decision. This is not the case for those living in other countries around the world. Young people today are too independent to allow their parents to choose the life partner because it interferes with the right to choose who he or she loves, the safety, and there is a higher chance of getting divorce. “One…

to send her £30 every month until she could return since his wife unable goes back with him. Unfortunately, he asked for a separation and breaks a promise to send money. Therefore, his wife tried to sue him for restitution of conjugal rights and alimony amount that she deserved. Yet, the defendant appealed is successful. This was because the court held that due to a domestic agreement and purely social will not create any legal relation, thus, it would be assumed the husband did not have the…

The Top 6 Reasons to Hire an Attorney for Your Divorce A lawyer is not required for a divorce. A running back is not required for a football team. Spices are not required to cook food. You get it. Like any legal activity, divorce has many loopholes you may overlook. This is why even attorneys who get divorced hire specialized divorce attorneys to represent them. If you ever find yourself facing a divorce, consider these six reasons to hire an experienced divorce attorney: 1. Laws vary.…

I have much more where this came from, so please stop harassing me regarding this issue and playing innocent. If you are eventually caught and lose your job, then I’ll have to sue you to get the alimony owed to me. I would rather not go through suing you as it would be a long and arduous process to get my money from you if you’re in jail. However, I’m willing to do what’s necessary out of fairness to myself even if that means going to court to get…

The Vikings or the norsemen were a group of people who lived and thrived between 793-1066 CE. They hail from Scandenavian countries like Denmark, Iceland and Norway. Although Vikings were primarily farmers and traders a small percentage of Vikings raided. Due to the Vikings having advances in technology- the longboats- they were able to travel and raid spreading their heritage and leaving behind a legacy that has largely influenced modern Europe. The Vikings had an impact on modern technology,…

Overview of Midlife Crises With examples from “The Kugelmass Episode” By Woody Allen A midlife crisis is a common occurrence that influences countless adults every year. Many experience this, but might not be aware of the symptoms. People also might not know why this crisis happens. A midlife crisis often has many effects that people do not realize, either. Sydney Kugelmass from Woody Allen’s story, “The Kugelmass Episode,” failed to understand these things and consequently, ruined his life,…