Things are getting uncomfortable for housewives
After a divorce, mothers no longer automatically have the right to personal maintenance. The federal court is tightening its practice once more – and redefining marriage.
Published: 04/23/2022, 22:03
The end of a marriage is sad enough, and to avoid a rude awakening over child support, it’s best to keep both financially independent from the start.
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He was supposed to pay his ex-wife more than 10,000 francs in maintenance every month. Plus 4800 francs in housing costs and, curious detail, 350 francs for household insurance. And that for the next six years, until their daughter completed high school in 2027.
