World · Singapore Bureau
Delivery rider's bid for spousal maintenance rejected by court
A visually impaired delivery worker's application for $500 monthly maintenance from his ex-wife has been dismissed by the court. The ex-wife's counterclaim for $1 in maintenance was also rejected.
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A delivery rider who is blind in one eye has failed in his attempt to secure monthly financial support from his former spouse, with a court rejecting his application for $500 in spousal maintenance.
The ex-wife's reciprocal claim for $1 in monthly maintenance was similarly dismissed by the judge handling the case.
Details of the court's reasoning and the circumstances leading to the maintenance dispute were not disclosed. The outcome follows standard family law proceedings where either party may seek financial support following the dissolution of marriage, with courts assessing factors including earning capacity, health status, and financial needs.
The case reflects ongoing disputes over financial obligations between separated couples in Singapore, where maintenance claims are evaluated on a case-by-case basis under the Women's Charter. Courts typically consider the financial position of both parties and their respective responsibilities when determining maintenance awards.