A divorce may end a marriage, but it should not leave your financial future uncertain. One of the most important decisions you may face is whether to accept a lump-sum alimony settlement or receive monthly maintenance. The right choice depends on your financial needs, long-term security, and the facts of your case. Recent Supreme Court […]
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Maintenance law in India was quietly rigged against wives for decades — until a 2020 Supreme Court judgment forced husbands to put their real income on the table, on oath. Here is how it used to go, and how it still goes in the mind of almost every woman who walks in worried about money […]
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Yes — a working wife can claim maintenance in India, and understanding why is the key to knowing what you are truly entitled to. Meera’s Story Meera earned ₹26,000 a month as a primary school teacher in Palam Vihar. Her husband, a senior manager at a multinational in Gurgaon, earned close to ₹1,40,000 a month. […]
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Husband not giving money after separation: How to Get Emergency Financial Support from Court? The question we get asked most on WhatsApp: My husband stopped paying the house rent last month. I have two kids and no income. How long before I get money from court? Straight answer: if you file this week, you can […]
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Quick Answer Delhi Family courts do not follow any fixed mathematical formula for maintenance. However, in many cases involving a non-earning or substantially lower-earning wife, maintenance awards often fall within the range of approximately 25% to 35% of the husband’s net monthly income, depending on factors such as the parties’ income, standard of living, financial […]
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What This Guide Covers If your husband is not providing financial support after separation, while living apart, or during divorce proceedings, you may have the legal right to claim maintenance. This guide explains: Who can claim maintenance from a husband in Delhi Which laws apply to maintenance cases How much maintenance a court may award […]
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