THE OBLIGATIONS IN ALIMONY AFTER DIVORCE

Once the order for alimony is directed, the one who pays support must continue to do so until the receiving partner weds again. If there are defaulting payments, such lapses or not delivering on the right date, one faces repercussions. This may include ordering the employer of the husband to deduct the spousal alimony from his monthly salary and make a direct recompense to his wife. One may also face contempt of court.
HOW ALIMONY IS DECIDED

Wife is earning
When the wife earns her own money, the law investigates the financial condition of the husband. If the husband is very prosperous then he is ordered to pay alimony to his ex-wife.

When the wife is non-earning
When the wife is non-earning, she is entitled to be paid alimony, which enables her to live on par with her husband’s financial status. The idea is to equalize the financial position of both spouses.

If the wife remarries
The husband is exonerated from paying his ex-wife alimony if she remarries. However, he will be liable to continue payment for the children.

Husband is jobless because of disability
In circumstances where the husband is sick, disabled or unable to earn a living, the wife pays alimony to her husband.

Duration of the marriage
Usually if the marriage is 10 years of age, the spousal support has to be life-long.

Age of spouse
The court takes into account the age of the spouse to be paid alimony. If he/she is young and has excellent career prospects, there is a possibility of a future job and income to support them. In this instance, the period of maintenance paid is shortened