This tool provides an estimated financial outcome in divorce cases where one spouse may be required to provide financial assistance to the other. Utilized primarily within the state, the device leverages factors such as income discrepancies between parties, length of the marriage, and specific legal precedents to arrive at a projected support figure. For example, if a long-term marriage concludes where one spouse earns significantly more than the other, this instrument can help project the potential amount and duration of payments.
The significance of this tool lies in its ability to offer a preliminary understanding of potential financial obligations. This understanding fosters more informed decision-making during settlement negotiations, potentially reducing legal costs and emotional stress. Historically, determining support amounts involved complex manual calculations and subjective judicial interpretation. This advancement aims to increase transparency and predictability in the process.