Gerlach v. Gerlach

Defendant-appellant petitioned for reduction in alimony under a 1966 divorce judgment. After hearing, the trial judge filed an opinion denying a reduction. Defendant-appellant appeals as of right.

The gist of appellant’s claim is that a change in circumstances has occurred whereby his income is lessened. There is no question that plaintiffs needs remain and that her economic situation has not significantly improved. Defendant’s claim that she could improve her economic situation by remarrying is, of course, without merit; she has no such obligation and any consideration of that factor is…