Alimony, also known as spousal support, frequently persists after divorce. A spouse who made career sacrifices or has major health issues may rely on financial support to cover basic expenses. Both people paying alimony and those receiving alimony typically have...
Alimony
Do you have to go to court to determine alimony?
Alimony or spousal support can be a major concern during divorce. If you’re wondering whether you have to go to court to settle the amount or duration of spousal support, the short answer is no. However, it all depends on your situation. Understanding your options can...
How might adultery impact a Rhode Island divorce?
Divorce is never easy, even in the most amicable situations. Allegations of infidelity can add an extra layer of turmoil. In Rhode Island, adultery can have potential implications on property and financial matters during a divorce. While the state follows equitable...
What is rehabilitative alimony?
It’s not unusual for couples in a marriage to make sacrifices for each other or their family – and that can include one spouse giving up their financial independence for the sake of the couple’s children or the other spouse’s career. This is where rehabilitative...
When does alimony end after a Rhode Island divorce?
Alimony can be one of the most stressful elements of divorce negotiations. Typically, the courts only award alimony in cases where the need of one spouse is evident and the other has the ability to pay. Alimony payments allow someone to improve their economic...
4 common misconceptions about alimony
There is a lot of information out there about alimony, also known as spousal support, but much of it is wrong. These misconceptions often lead to confusion and misinformation about alimony despite its importance during separation or divorce. Understanding the truth...
What is the goal of alimony?
Alimony will be ordered in some divorce cases, and the length can vary from one divorce to the next. Rhode Island allows for indefinite alimony in some cases, or there may be a strict deadline, such as alimony payments for the next five years. It is the court that...
Understanding how long alimony may last
In Rhode Island, some spouses who go through a divorce may be ordered to pay alimony. In addition to creating a strain on personal finances, it can cause other problems as well. How long alimony lasts depends on the type of alimony awarded and other factors. There are...
Alimony and mortgages
Alimony is a legal obligation for one spouse to provide financial support to their former spouse after a divorce. It can affect various aspects of a Rhode Island divorcee's financial life, including their ability to qualify for a mortgage. Income considerations...
How does alimony affect your taxes?
Tax season tis a stressful time for many people. This is particularly so if you've been through a divorce and need to know how you should report alimony payments. The answer isn't the same for everyone, and the main factor is when your divorce happened. Was your...