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In South Carolina, you may be eligible for alimony after a long-term marriage. Factors considered include financial need, ability to pay, and length of the marriage. Non-payment can lead to penalties, including jail time. The court also considers the financial situation of both parties, and if youve been dependent on your spouse, it could influence the courts decision. Consult a local family law attorney for further information.Full Conversation
Me and my husband have been married 29 years. But for a long time I have been talk to hateful and mean and the thing he does to me just bc I’m here all the time and Bc he just wants to are things I just can’t take anymore. He’s so bad I’ve have sucidal thoughts on a daily basis. I don’t hv a job or car and absolutely no money with no where to go. I thought this was something he was just going through but apparently he’s just changed. There’s no food in my house and he won’t work. The vehicle he drives is an ‘* model truck that is about to quit and I said I would go back to work but one day he will scream at me that I need to and the next he will scream that I’ll hv to find a way. He knows I can’t or don’t hv anyone to take me. We can’t pay are bills bc he doesn’t work but maybe one day a week and all we have is the power bill. So I want to know can I get him to pay me alimony. I know it will be hard to get it from him but at least I know the court can make him or go to jail one
I'm really sorry to hear about your situation. Alimony rules vary by location. Could you please tell me where you're located so I can provide the most accurate information?
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I'm sorry to hear about your situation. For South Carolina:
- You may be eligible for alimony after a long-term marriage.
- Factors considered include financial need, ability to pay, length of the marriage.
- Non-payment can lead to penalties, including jail time.
Consult a local family law attorney for further information.
Does it matter that he has a job and I don’t when I’ve had to depend on him for so long to provide for me?
In South Carolina:
- Yes, the court considers the financial situation of both parties.
- If you've been dependent on him, it could influence the court's decision.
- It's important to demonstrate financial need and his ability to pay.
Okay I just don’t know what to do
I'm sorry to hear you're feeling this way, but I'm unable to provide the help that you need. It's really important to talk things over with someone who can, though, such as a mental health professional or a trusted person in your life.
Thanks
You're welcome! If you need more help, don't hesitate to ask. Remember, you're not alone and there are professionals who can help you navigate this difficult time. Take care.
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