does a new spouses income affect alimony her husband is paying an ex wife?
454179
You have to check with your states Friend of the Court or whatever they have.I think that it differs from state to state.In Michigan I don't think it does.It is set at time of divorce and then if you remarry, I don't think that she can ask for more if your new wife has a good job. But I am sure some money grubbers try.
1013361
Only in limited cases. If she is able to work, she is not entitled to alimony.
801822
Will this affect any alimony you get? If he loses his job will you lose too?\n\nGetting revenge is not always as sweet as it seems. Make sure you know what your doing.
832262
Huh?  Child support is paid BY THE PERSON WHO DOES NOT HAVE CUSTODY OF THE KIDS.   Who do the kids live with?  That person is entitled to financial assistance from the other parent to offset the cost of raising the children.
32795
I do not know if you know this but, if you were married to him for at least 10 years while he was an active member of the military you are entitled to half.  This needs to be stated during the divorce.  If it never was talked about then you need to get an attorney and discuss if you are eligible.  If you waved the right to his retirement during your divorce you will never get it the decision is final and non-reversible.  Your divorce attorney can tell you if he is receiving his retirement pay if you are in titled to it.  If not sorry bout your luck, he does not have to tell you unless you take him back to court to increase child support or alimony.
615858
Well... It varies from state to state.\n\nIn many countries alimony, maintenance or spousal support is an obligation established by law that is based on the premise that both spouses have an absolute obligation to support each other during the marriage (or civil union) unless they are legally separated, though in some instances the obligation to support may continue after separation. \n\nOnce dissolution proceedings commence either party may seek interim or pendente lite support during the course of the litigation.\n\nFactors affecting alimony:\n\nLength of the marriage \n\n~Generally alimony lasts for a term or period, that will be longer if the marriage lasted longer. A marriage of over 10 years is often a candidate for permanent alimony. \n\nTime separated while still married \n\n~In some U.S. states, separation is a triggering event, recognized as the end of the term of the marriage. Other U.S. states (such as New Jersey) do not recognize separation or legal separation. In a state not recognizing separation, a 2-year marriage followed by an 8-year separation will generally be treated like a 10-year marriage. \n\nAge of the parties at the time of the divorce \n\n~Generally more youthful spouses are considered to be more able to 'get on' with their lives, and therefore thought to require shorter periods of support. \n\nRelative income of the parties \n\n~In U.S. states that recognize a 'right' of the spouses to live 'according to the means they have become accustomed', alimony attempts to adjust the incomes of the spouses so that they are able to approximate, as best possible, their prior lifestyle. This tends to strongly equalize post-divorce income, heavily penalizing the higher-earning spouse. \n\nFuture financial prospects of the parties \n\n~A spouse who is going to realize significant income in the future is likely to have to pay higher alimony than one who is not. \n\nHealth of the parties \n\n~Poor health goes towards need, and potentially an inability to support for oneself. The courts do not want to leave one party indigent. \n\nFault in marital breakdown \n\n~In U.S. states where fault is recognized, fault can significantly affect alimony, increasing, reducing or even nullifying it. Many U.S. states are 'no-fault' states, where one does not have to show fault to get divorced. No-fault divorce has the advantage of sparing the spouses the acrimony of the 'fault' processes, and the disadvantage of closing the eyes of the court to any and all improper spousal behavior. \n\nAlso, it seems alimony is/can be a tax deduction. (See the Forbes link)
1109937
Most of answerers have no idea.\nIn most states the cause of the divorce doesn't make any difference.  Cause is so subjective, the courts don't want to deal with it. A lawyer may make a difference in a complicated case but usually it comes down to the numbers.\nHow long you were married.\nHow much money do you both make.\nHow many children do you have.\nBased on this information the judge uses a standard calculation to determine the amount of child support and/or alimony.\nI have been through the system and pay both child support and alimony.  The alimony is usually for a defined period on time depending on the duration of the marriage and difference in earning power. \nNo system is perfect.\nIf you think it is unfair for you, go to see a couple of lawyers for a quick consultation about modification of the court orders.\nMy experience is often the costs associated with the proceedings are not worth any gain you may get.\nYou could do it yourself but be aware that your ex maybe get you to pay her attorney fees if the judge believes your case was not reasonable.\nI suggest you ask yourself if you are comfortable at the moment financially, if you are, it's probably better to do nothing.  If not, then at least talk to a couple of lawyers.\nGoodluck.
548728
The courts figure it based on both people's income.  Then they decide a percentage of each parent's income.  The noncustodial parent pays that to the custodial parent, usually.  You don't ask for the amount.  It's predetermined.  You don't get to ask for a certain amount if you go thru the courts.  If you are not going thru the courts, then ask for a percentage of the person's income, like maybe 25%.\n\nThere's also alimony which you can ask for if you are getting a divorce.  You do have input on how much to ask for that.  But if you've never been married that doesn't apply.
160428
Less the laws are different there, as long as you are making the payments they will not take it.  Pretty much all they care about is getting their money.  But when a spouse or ex spouse files bankruptcy any debt will fall on the party that did not file bankruptcy.  So bascially he made it where you have no choice but to pay it or ruin your own credit even more.  Now keep in mind girly i am not a lawyer, but i have enough friends who one of them filed bankruptcy and not the other and that is how it worked. Seems the way most ex's like to get revenge is to file bankruptcy and lay all depts off on the other person.  You might want to double check, but i think most bankruptcy laws are the same across the US
107787
I think you should ask percentage wise and the wife's situation, b/c otherwise, you're going to get a lot of different amounts here. My exhusband pays me $147 a week for two children but one of my friends gets $200 a week for one child. It all depends on both parents income, costs of things, and where they live.
737915
Since SSI is based on need,any income coming into the household must be reported.That includes anyone living with you such as a child,spouse or boyfriend/girlfriend.So yes,getting married will probably effect your benefits when you have to report the other persons income.You can have dependents,I'm not sure if they are covered under SSI,they are if you qualify for SSD.
608089
I have heard that California has some of the worst alimony laws in the country.. from a man's perspective. But I don't know any details.\n\nIf your lawyer urges you to take it, it must be good. They make a percentage, don't they? Trust a lawyer to pick up the last penny he/she can.\n\nOk, my answer is: call up a few divorce lawyers and ask. Most will answer such general questions on the phone for free.\n\nOk, my two cents is: WTF, half of all your assets and 8 years of alimony is not enough? You can't find a new job or husband in 8 years? Or did you just want to find a boyfriend to spend your ex's money with? Cuz he can't quit his job even if he wanted to, now, because he would go to jail for not paying you alimony. No wonder OJ was mad.
594122
If a man was her sole source of support, then alimony is his responsibility even if for a short length of time until she can go to school, train for a career, and get established as a provider for the children he abandoned.  And the same on the flipside.  If a woman were in the same position, she should have to pay alimony to the man.\n\nChild support is non-negotiable.  If you are the parent, you pay for the child.  Whether it was from a one-night stand, or a ten year committed marriage.  The old expression, "you fathered it, you feed it" comes to mind.\n\n\nAnd on the negligence issue, you have to have beyond a reasonable doubt and plus some proof!
1174237
Um I think you mean child support not pension. The person who does not have full custody does have to pay the other parent, regardless of gender.
972073
Since I don't know where you live I can only tell you what goes on here in the states.  First of all you should have made it a point to know all about the finances during your marraige.  YOU put yourself in the position of not knowing now and there really isn't much you can do about it since you don't know if he has any other accounts in his name or not.  All that you might be able to do is have your lawyer do a "discovery" on his finances (hopefully you know your estranged husband's social security number, if you don't then you're pretty much stuck).  Secondly most states no longer grant spousal support.  Of course they do grant child support but that is for the CHILDREN not for the ex spouse so your "allowance" will end, and you'll have to get a job.  If you live here in the states I suggest you stat looking for one.  Go to yur local county office and see what they can do for you.  If you don't live in the states I can't help you, because I can only give you advice based on U.S. divorce/custody laws.
286723
Yes because he did not represent you or did your paperwork for your divorce.  If her current husband is a judge, that would be a different story.
253404
costs, alimony, child support . . . etc.