As discussed in a previous post on this blog, spousal support, which is also known as alimony, is regular part of many divorce proceedings in California. Many readers may have questions about how the sums are decided and how long the payments might last. Our firm may...
Alimony
Alimony or spousal support under California law
California courts may award alimony as a means of alleviating the economic burden that may otherwise be felt by a spouse who does not earn an income or whose income would be insufficient to maintain his or her standard of living following divorce. The type of alimony...
Actor tells California court he can’t make alimony payments
Terrence Howard, known to movie audiences from roles in such films as "Iron Man," "The Butler," and "Hustle and Flow," has informed the court system of California that he's unable to meet a requirement to pay $325,000 in spousal support to his ex-wife as part of the...
How to handle alimony payments or income come tax time
In many marriages, one spouse out-earns the other by a marginal to considerable amount. This is especially true in marriages where one spouse is unemployed, pursuing an educational degree or staying home to raise children. If a couple divorces, the economically...