Can someone explain to me what factors are taken into account when determining alimony? I have been supporting my family, by myself, for the last 5 years. My husband is capable of working he just hasn't (can't decide what work he should do). If/when we divorce after 20 years of marriage...
I've been married to a verbally, emotionally, and finally physically abusive man for 20 years. He has had several affairs during that time, even fathering a child with another woman 18 years ago (documented). I have been the sole financial support of the family for 5 years. We have 2 kids...