Author Question: Under which of the following circumstances would a petition for modification of spousal support by ... (Read 45 times)

strangeaffliction · **on:** Aug 3, 2018

Under which of the following circumstances would a petition for modification of spousal support by the payor MOST likely be granted?

A) The cost of living goes up in the area where either of the parties lives.
B) The payor quits his or her job.
C) A change in circumstances occurs that makes the original order unfair.
D) It is a lump sum or rehabilitation award rather than a term alimony award.

Question 2

Hans and Hanna have been married for twenty-five years. During their marriage, Hanna earned her law degree and is has been working in a prominent law firm for more than ten years. She earns an excellent salary plus annual bonuses and has a lucrative retirement program in place. Hans has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and his condition is gradually deteriorating. He was formerly a successful contractor but now the best he can manage to do is some odd jobs for friends and neighbors. He is eligible to receive social security. They have no children. For most of their marriage they had a very comfortable lifestyle traveling and entertaining, etc. The divorce is amicable but Hans is seeking general/term alimony. Given the facts in this case, which of the following factors is the court LEAST likely to consider when making a decision concerning alimony?

A) the parties' standard of living during the marriage
B) the health of each of the parties
C) the length of the parties' marriage
D) the nature of the sexual relationship between the parties during the marriage