Can a spouse who is unable to support himself or herself ask his or her ex-spouse for help?
13 May 2023
Can a spouse who is unable to support himself or herself ask his or her ex-spouse for help?
In Swiss law, when a spouse cannot support their own needs, they may request maintenance support (or alimony) from their ex-spouse. This support is intended to cover the essential needs of the person who is requesting it, such as housing, food, medical care, etc. The amount of maintenance support depends…