California determines alimony based on the recipient's “marital standard of living,” which aims to allow the spouse to continue living in a similar manner as during the marriage.
Alimony is usually around 40% of the paying party's income. This number is different in different states and different situations. The court also looks at how much the other party makes or could make and how much they need to maintain their standard of living.
Property Division and Spousal Support Judges also consider emotional abuse when making decisions about alimony. In most cases, alimony is awarded based on the receiving spouse's need, not as a punishment for the paying spouse's abuse.
California Alimony California determines alimony based on the recipient's “marital standard of living,” which aims to allow the spouse to continue living in a similar manner as during the marriage.
You are not legally obligated to support her. If a divorce is filed the court could make alimony retroactive.
California Law Concerning Financial Abuse This legislation, under California Family Code § 6342.5, targets individuals who financially abuse (or abuse in any way) their spouse or partner, ensuring that they are held accountable for their actions.
Collect copies of digital evidence (i.e., voicemails, text messages, emails, etc.) that point to your spouse's emotional abuse towards you. Retain copies of doctor's notes that overview your mental health issues (i.e., anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, etc.)