J.S.O v H.W.O (24384/2009)
J.S.O v H.W.O (24384/2009) [2014] ZAGPPHC 133 (19 February 2014)
The court found that the respondent was aware of the maintenance and medical expense obligations imposed by the court order and settlement agreement. Despite receiving a substantial retrenchment package, the respondent selectively complied with the order, paying only maintenance arrears and refusing to pay medical shortfalls, which he deemed unreasonable without seeking clarification or variation from the court. The respondent continued to support his major children and incurred discretionary expenses, demonstrating capacity to pay but a lack of bona fides regarding his obligations to the app…
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- Maintenance Order Enforcement
- Contempt Of Court
- Variation Of Maintenance
- Best Interests Of Child
- Medical Expenses Shortfall