After the divorce, the court had ordered my ex-spouse to pay regular alimony, but they have stopped making payments in the last few months. The worst part is that I can’t even get in touch because they’re not answering the phone and have changed their address. Honestly, I’m not sure what to do. Is there anyone who has gone through this situation or has any suggestions? Besides going to a lawyer, do I have any other solutions, or should I file a lawsuit?
I swear something similar happened to me. My ex also changed addresses for a while and stopped making payments. I had to go straight to enforcement because these things don’t get resolved through normal channels. When I hired a lawyer, they put a freeze on his account, and he started making payments within a month or two. I think you shouldn’t waste too much time; waiting for things to get better in these situations is just a dream.
I think you shouldn’t hesitate to file a lawsuit, because this guy’s intentions are clear. I went through a similar process after my divorce too. I rented a place, but I had rent obligations. I had to get an enforcement decision right away, otherwise I would have been stuck. You might have to put in some effort, but you’ll definitely get results.
What kind of logic is this? Why are you thinking about filing a lawsuit right away? You’re saying the guy has cut off communication and is nowhere to be found. He’s already someone who’s avoiding you. Why not try reaching out to his friends or something? Maybe there’s a different situation going on. Is running straight to court really the solution?
Here’s how the legal side progresses: If alimony is not paid, a warning notice is sent first. If the debt continues, wages or properties can be seized through enforcement. Change of address is not significant; the lawyer can ascertain this and file a lawsuit. However, since the process can be somewhat exhausting, it’s advisable to seek help from a specialized lawyer.
Let me update you: I had a preliminary meeting with a lawyer, and they said I could document that my ex has run away and file for an enforcement order. But honestly, I’m still hesitant because the lawyer’s fees could be a strain on me. I’m still thinking about whether there’s another solution.
I’ve been through that too. My ex first used the same tactic, then tried to run away abroad. I seriously kept track of him, and in the end, he returned to his father’s house. As a result, I received alimony through a lawsuit, but I got very tired during the process. If you need a steady income, don’t wait at all, because the longer it takes, the more complicated it gets.
A friend of mine experienced similar things. What he said was exactly this: ‘I postponed it because the legal process takes a long time, and in the end, I lost even more.’ You seem to be brushing it off from the start; I think you should take this a bit more seriously.