What is alimony in Rhode Island?
The Rhode Island Supreme Court Stated "Alimony is
a rehabilitative tool intended to provide temporary support until a spouse is
self-sufficient, and is based purely on need." Berard v. Berard The Rhode
Island Alimony statute is set forth below. You should contact a Rhode Island
Divorce Lawyer to get legal advice concerning your case. Generally, Alimony is
awarded for a specific period of time, in increments which are usually weekly
or monthly. Alimony could be awarded as a result of a Divorce settlement. If a
party requests alimony or is unwilling to waive alimony and the parties cannot
agree to an alimony award, then alimony may be awarded at the divorce trial.
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