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sberry7583
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State: Florida
I have been married for 11 years to a man who is an alcoholic and a control freak. He is verbally and emotionally abusive and I am at a point where I don't feel I can take this much longer without either getting sick or having a nervous breakdown. I worked in his business (in-store sales) for many years before we were married and for 5 years afterwards. I haven't worked for the last 6 years by mutual agreement. I don't have any real skills, although I enjoy working with people, I'm embarrased to say that I didn't finish high school, and I'm now in my mid 50's. My husband has sold his business and retired and now has an annual income of over $200,000. per year from property rental. He owned the business, properties and our home before we got married. Everything is in his name and there are no joint checking or savings or even credit cards. I've been given a weekly allowance for the last 6 years. I married this man because I loved him but his alcoholism, abuse and selfishness have made me alternately feel sorry for him and hate him. My question is.......could I get permanent alimony? I have a few health issues and because of my age and lack of education I'm afraid that I won't be able to support myself in a reasonable manner. Any advice, suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks
I have been married for 11 years to a man who is an alcoholic and a control freak. He is verbally and emotionally abusive and I am at a point where I don't feel I can take this much longer without either getting sick or having a nervous breakdown. I worked in his business (in-store sales) for many years before we were married and for 5 years afterwards. I haven't worked for the last 6 years by mutual agreement. I don't have any real skills, although I enjoy working with people, I'm embarrased to say that I didn't finish high school, and I'm now in my mid 50's. My husband has sold his business and retired and now has an annual income of over $200,000. per year from property rental. He owned the business, properties and our home before we got married. Everything is in his name and there are no joint checking or savings or even credit cards. I've been given a weekly allowance for the last 6 years. I married this man because I loved him but his alcoholism, abuse and selfishness have made me alternately feel sorry for him and hate him. My question is.......could I get permanent alimony? I have a few health issues and because of my age and lack of education I'm afraid that I won't be able to support myself in a reasonable manner. Any advice, suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks