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Alimony and wokers comp permanency award

  • 1.  Alimony and wokers comp permanency award

    Posted 01-03-2020 01:45 PM

    List mates,

     

    I have a client who is receiving alimony.  He just received a worker's comp permanency award which is paid biweekly over time to compensate him for his permanent injury.

     

    I am aware of Landwehr and how a personal injury settlement for pain and suffering is not subject to equitable distribution. 

     

    Is anyone aware of any cases that specifically address how a workers comp settlement may or may not affect alimony?

     

    Any feedback is appreciated.

     

    Lynn E. Staufenberg

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