Alimony: How Much and for How Long?
Answer: Spousal support, Maintenance, and Alimony mean the same thing. It is awarded to the financially dependent spouse when it is appropriate and when the other spouse is able to afford paying it. The factors that the court considers when determining the entitlement, amounts, and duration of maintenance include: The age, health, property (including the property awarded in the divorce), income, needs, … [Read more...]
The Nine Factors for Changing an Alimony Award
Terminating, Reviewing or Modifying Maintenance Awards Illinois’ Maintenance statute was amended (effective January 1, 2004). It now gives the court nine factors to use as criteria in deciding petitions that seek modification, termination or a review of maintenance. Until January 1, 2004, the courts were limited to the use of the 12 initial criteria of the initial maintenance award. The nine new statutory … [Read more...]
Can I Collect under My Ex Spouse’s Social Security?
Answer: This is a general explanation of the social security benefits that you, as a divorced person, may be entitled to receive based upon your former spouse’s social security work record. While there are some additional conditions and exceptions (always check with your local social security office), you can collect benefits under your ex’s social security record if: You are 62 or older; you were married to … [Read more...]
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