Unboxing’s Comments (group member since May 30, 2023)

Unboxing’s comments from the Dogboy V Catfish discussion - Indicafe24.com collaboration group.

Hi All !! The topic of divorce and settlement is a something which I feel can not be generalized. For the Australian laws as depicted in the book where 70% of the wealth of the husband is to be handed over is certainly unfair.
I would like to look at this problem in two ways. One where the women is earning and independent and the second where she is dependent on the husband. When the women is independent she is reluctant to accept the grants and may be in favour of reducing the alumni but in the other case there is no such option available. What I feel is that, the alumni which is required to sustain a living in the city they are living in can be decided as minimum payment or monthly allowance and ruling can be made accordingly. As far as distribution off assets is considered, assets of both the parties should be taken into account.
Another important question is that when the children are involved. Mostly the issues arise here. Children not only need a stable living financially but also emotionally. When we talk about financial conditions, the best schooling and education is something which should be aimed at. That can be equally contributed if both the parties are financially independent or by the person who is supporting them. A weekend trip to the parent who is not in custody would also make the things easier for the kid.
This is entirely on the basis of the book we are talking about. In this context when Katherine was financially independent, it was to be considered in lowering the share by Lindsay. Moreover, when the assets are considered then both should get an equal say in the discussion. It was the rule that made Lindsay to take the steps it took and even forces the man to opt for suicide as the entire lifetime earnings are sacrificed by them.
I feel the author did justice with the book. The share can atleast be reduced to 50% after considering assets by both the parties and hearing the plea.