Hi,I'm currently in the process of a div...

Asked by Orhiel on 11-10-2021 11:26:56
Question posted in the General Law category relating to Eastern Cape

Hi,

I'm currently in the process of a divorce.  I recently got a protection order against my husband for verbal and emotional abuse. After he received the protection order he decided that he is going to move out. So now I want to know what should I do if he moves out? I am unemployed and the place we staying in is a rental so how will I pay the rent if I'm unemployed? We are still married.

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Posted by Att. Patrick on 12-10-2021 21:59:51

Hi there,

I see that you haven't made a payment for the question, but I'm going to assist you a little. If you want to ask a follow-up question, please make the required payment, even if it is R150 or R200.

You will need to either find some way to pay the rental, or you will need to move out.

Or, you must apply for a divorce and then apply for interim maintenance from your husband so you can afford to pay the rental.

I think that the reality of divorce, etc, is that you might need to find a job - either to support yourself 100% or to at least supplement your maintenance that you receive from your husband.

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