Publication date: 06.05.2024
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Alimony is a payment that one person (usually a father or mother) is required to make regularly to support another person (usually a child or ex-spouse/partner) in the event of a break-up or other circumstances.
The increase in the minimum amount of alimony in Ukraine from January 1, 2024 reflects the growth of the living wage and places greater emphasis on social protection of children.
This is an important step to provide children with adequate living conditions, especially in the face of economic challenges. With such an increase in alimony, parents will have a greater opportunity to provide their children with the necessities and security.
It is also important to consider that alimony is not only determined according to the minimum amount, but can also be established by the court or agreed upon by the parties for a higher amount, depending on the specific circumstances of the family and the needs of the child.
A lawsuit to increase the amount of alimony can be filed in the event that the existing amount of alimony is considered insufficient to meet the needs of a child or other person entitled to alimony. Here are some steps that can be taken when filing such a claim:
1. Preparation of evidence: Collection of evidence about the lack of funds to meet the needs of a child or another person. This may include financial records of income and expenses, witness statements, medical reports on the child's health (if applicable), etc.
2. Filing a claim to the court: Writing a claim to the court, which indicates the reason for the increase in alimony and the requirements for the new amount of alimony.
3.Participation in the court process: Participation in the court hearing where the case regarding the increase in the amount of alimony will be considered. The court will consider all the evidence and arguments of the parties before making a decision.
4. Promulgation of the court's decision: After considering the case, the court makes a decision on increasing or refusing to increase the amount of alimony. If the court's decision acquits the plaintiff, the amount of alimony may be increased in accordance with the court's verdict.
Suing for an increase in alimony can be a complex process, and it is recommended that you contact a qualified lawyer or legal advisor for assistance and advice.
When receiving help when writing an application to increase the amount of alimony, it is important to provide all the necessary details and documents that support your arguments.
At the moment, the Ukrainian legislative act, the law on increasing the amount of alimony, which directly regulates the increase of the amount of alimony for children or other persons, is the Family Code of Ukraine.
The Family Code of Ukraine defines the rights and obligations of family members, including issues of alimony. This code contains provisions on the procedure for determining the amount of alimony, the conditions for their appointment, and the possibility of changing the amount of alimony in case of a change in circumstances.
In addition, some changes to alimony regulations may be made by amendments to the Family Code or other legislation relating to family law, as well as by government orders or court decisions.If you need specific information about increasing the amount of alimony or procedures for changing it in Ukraine, I recommend that you refer to the Family Code of Ukraine and get advice from a qualified lawyer or legal consultant.
