Do I legally need to provide health care to my unemployed spouse?
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Do I legally need to provide health care to my unemployed spouse?
Asked on August 29, 2012 under Family Law, California
Answers:
Thomas Peppler / Hochman and Peppler LLC
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
After the final judgment is entered, she can no longer be on your insurance policy. She can be covered in the same manner as a terminated employee, by paying the COBRA premium. However, you could be ordered to pay for her health insurance premiums as a form of alimony.
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