Post Separation Support
What is PSS ( Post Separation Support) and When Does it Terminate?
PSS is court ordered spousal support paid by the supporting spouse to the dependent spouse until the date specified in the order of post-separation support. PSS may be terminated if the parties resume marital relations, the dependent spouse remarries, the dependent spouse cohabits with another adult in a private heterosexual or homosexual relationship, the dependent spouse or supporting spouse dies, or an order awarding or denying alimony, whichever comes first.
What Factors Are Considered by a Judge to Determine Alimony Payments?
In making a determination, the court may consider the following factors:
- The parties' accustomed standard of living
- The parties' present employment and other recurring income and/or earnings
- The parties' ability to earn income
- The marital and separate debt service obligations
- The legal obligations to support other persons (including children)
- The expenses reasonably necessary to support each of the parties.