alimony

Divorce can be complicated, especially if a couple cannot come to an agreement in regard to alimony payments. To further complicate matters, a tax change is on the horizon that will potentially cause drawn-out divorces and contentious disputes. Maryland couples...

The recently enacted Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is likely to affect most Maryland residents and others around the country. The law changes how child credits, standard deductions and many other items are considered when doing one's taxes. One significant change regarding...

When going through a divorce, the court considers many aspects such as child custody and support, property division, and the stipulations of any prenuptial agreements that may exist. In some cases, a spouse may be required to provide spousal support to the spouse who...

Maryland couples who have previously battled through a divorce know that the process is stressful, complicated and time-consuming. For spouses who earn less than their partner, alimony may be granted to address any unfair economic circumstances after a divorce....

Many Maryland residents likely know someone who has gone through an ugly divorce. Whatever the reason for the failed marriage, decisions of alimony, property division and child custody can be difficult to determine. One couple who became famous because of a house...

When a Maryland couple goes through a divorce, spousal support is often a component of that process. Determining the amount of alimony that one spouse will pay the other is a complicated task, and involves a careful evaluation of the family's financial status. Once...

For many Maryland spouses, living in an unhappy marriage has defined the past few years of their lives. It can be difficult to know when enough is enough, and when the best route to happiness lies in filing for divorce. Recent research suggests that divorce is now...

Maryland residents are aware that spousal support legislation is a tricky subject, and one that divides many people. There are states that are currently considering changes to existing alimony legislation, and debate on the topic has reached many dinner tables...

When two people go through a divorce, money matters are often a top priority. For some, alimony is an important component of a financial settlement. Having access to ongoing spousal support payments can make a world of difference in the budget of a spouse who set...