You need a good attorney. You did it backwards. Had you filed for divorce, then filed bankruptcy, the obligation to spousal support would not be discharged. But you filed jointly and you reported your income and household expenses and your plan for repayment was approved based on that information. You may have to figure out a way to live separate lives on the same money you current live on together. I don't know howsuccessful you will be if you come in after the fact w/ financial obligation. Especially since you both signed the bankruptcy forms. But don't take this as the last word There is a lot of info on Bankruptcy and Divorce. Do some research. If you find something that might apply, see if it will fly with your debt trustee. An attorney's advice is going to cost you and that is money you don't have to spend right now. Good Luck. This may be a good time to make peace with your spouse and work together for your future best interests whether together or apart. Just an idea!
If the parents are getting divorced, you might be able to get spousal support ("alimony" or "maintenance") for a brief period to allow you to become self-sufficient.
Only they know for sure, but there were allegations of spousal and drug abuse.
There are many advantages to getting divorced. After a divorce, your spouse can't sue you for spousal support. You are no longer responsible for debts that your spouse acquires. Your spouse is no longer entitled to a piece of property you accumulate. And, of course, you can remarry.
You have no spousal rights whatsoever. You are not his wife. If he lied to you about being married you can file a criminal complaint.
Yes you are very much entitled to it now.
In California: If are legally divorced, you don't have to let your ex-spouse know anything regarding your personal life. However, if you are collecting spousal support from the other party, beware, your spousal support will terminate. If you plan on not telling him/her and decide to keep receiving spousal support, beware, once he/she finds out, you will be responsible for paying back the money going all the way back to your date of marriage (with new spouse).
Yes, bankruptcy does not effect spousal support or child support.
Only if you owe arrears on child or spousal support. see link
Cohabitation in the context of divorce refers to when a divorced individual lives with a new partner as if they were married. This can have legal implications, such as affecting alimony or spousal support payments.
The answer depends on the age of the parties, their respective incomes, their ability to earn income in the future, etc. You need to discuss that issue with a divorce attorney in your area.
No. The spousal support order remains in effect until it is modified by the court.
The ex-husband would have to be notified of the proceedings.