What are alimony and child support?

Alimony is payment for support of a spouse. Under the law of Maryland, either party may claim alimony from the other. The fact that the party seeking alimony may be guilty of some ground for divorce does not prevent an award of alimony to that party. 

Each party has a responsibility for the support of a minor child or children. A formula called the child support guidelines is used by the court to determine the amount of child support. Child support awards are primarily based on the gross incomes of the parties, but each case must be considered on its own facts and circumstances.

Source: Maryland State Bar Association

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