Kersh Law Firm knows that while marriage may be the biggest step in the lives of a couple, in it lies many challenges, both expected and unexpected. It is up to couples to negotiate these hurdles, which present themselves throughout married life. Many couples successfully overcome these trials. However, for those who are not as lucky, there exists the harsh reality of divorce.
Sometimes, a divorce can be a peaceful affair wherein both parties separate on amicable terms. Through this, ending the marriage in a respectful manner often results in a lot less stress, Kersh Law Firm explains. Agreements and settlements are reached without the need for all the court hearings, investigations, and other legal proceedings.
However, certainly not all divorces are peaceful, and it takes a while for couples to move forward. A solid example of this is a divorce that ends after a spouse has been found guilty of cheating.
In the state of Texas, the act of adultery violates civil laws. Not only can this result in punitive damages to the spouse who cheated; it may also be a basis for the state court’s ruling on alimony distribution.
Kersh Law Firm mentions, however, that for an aggrieved spouse to receive alimony from adulterous partner, one of a number of conditions has to be met. These conditions include the aggrieved spouse being a victim of domestic violence or abuse; the aggrieved spouse being in the marriage for at least 10 years; the aggrieved spouse not earning enough to support himself or herself; the aggrieved spouse suffering from a mental or physical condition which makes it impossible for him or her to work; or the aggrieved spouse having custody of a child with disability.
Kersh Law Firm also mentions that the state court may also rule that the adulterous spouse did not receive alimony.
However, it is important to note that in the state of Texas, the limit to alimony is either $5,000 per month or one-fifth of the monthly salary of the provider. The lower amount will be the alimony amount.
Kersh Law Firm in Houston provides comprehensive legal advice and strategies to help its clients attain the best outcome from their divorce proceedings.
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http://www.divorcenet.com/resources/adultery-and-divorce-texas.html
http://www.divorce.lovetoknow.com