INDEFINITE ALIMONY — What do we mean by “unconscionably disparate”? There are three forms of alimony: –temporary –rehabilitative –indefinite Indefinite alimony used to be called “permanent alimony”, however the Courts believe that indefinite alimony is the proper term to describe that form of alimony. As long as the recipient meets the requirements of indefinite alimony, [...]
One Time is Too Many: Cruelty and Vicious Conduct in a Marriage
Cruelty and Vicious Conduct Maryland law has recognized that if one spouse is cruel or acts viciously towards the other, the party who has been abused may obtain either a limited or an absolute divorce. What constitutes cruelty and/or vicious conduct? A clear example of cruelty is domestic violence. A “victim of domestic violence” means [...]
Just Stay Away! – New Maryland Separation Law
A new law was recently passed in the Maryland General Assembly making a change in the grounds for divorce. Maryland had two “no-fault” grounds for an absolute divorce: a mutual and voluntary separation of one year, or a separation of two years. As of October 1, 2011, the new law eliminates voluntary separation as a [...]
