Basic Principles of Spousal Support: Difference between revisions
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*the recipient is unable to re-enter the work force because of physical or mental health issues, | *the recipient is unable to re-enter the work force because of physical or mental health issues, | ||
*the recipient is elderly and unable or likely unable to re-enter the workforce, | *the recipient is elderly and unable or likely unable to re-enter the workforce, | ||
*the recipient's child care or other obligations make it impossible for them re-enter the workforce, or | *the recipient's child care or other obligations make it impossible for them to re-enter the workforce, or | ||
*the consequences of the breakdown of the relationship, including mental health issues such as depression, have left the recipient unable to work. | *the consequences of the breakdown of the relationship, including mental health issues such as depression, have left the recipient unable to work. | ||
An indefinite order or agreement for spousal support can also set out the conditions for the termination of that obligation. The most typical of these conditions are | An indefinite order or agreement for spousal support can also set out the conditions for the termination of that obligation. The most typical of these conditions are: | ||
*if the recipient remarries, | *if the recipient remarries, |