Alimony

Maybe you spent years raising your children while your spouse earned the paycheck. Now that divorce is on the table, you may wonder how you will cover rent, groceries and school costs while the case moves forward. The good news is that you generally do not have to...

When a marriage ends, financial stability often becomes a major concern. Alimony, also known as spousal support, can help balance the financial situation between former spouses. In Connecticut, courts look at several factors before deciding whether to award alimony...

Alimony payments provide valuable financial support for you when your ex-spouse was the primary income earner or you were a stay-at-home parent. Once you receive your alimony order, you might wonder if anything can trigger modification. If your ex-spouse is having...

As residents of Connecticut who are contemplating divorce may know, some former spouses may receive alimony that is either awarded by the court or agreed to by the spouses. The reason for alimony is to allow the lower-earning spouse or one who has not been employed...

Connecticut movie buffs have probably heard of Terrence Howard because his film credits include "Hustle & Flow," "Iron Man" and "The Butler," but Howard claims the movie business has not provided him with a lavish income because of a divorce settlement. The actor...