Again, big thanks to the lawyer who helped nail down some of the things Imogen’s dealing with in this chapter!
If it doesn’t make sense in your jurisdiction, please don’t come for me! This comic takes place in almost-Canada under almost-Canadian divorce law, but isn’t intended to be super watertight with the details. Let reality take a backseat to what the story is trying to do, that’s what I always say. <3
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TRANSCRIPT
(Page is one panel: Imogen and her lawyer, from above)
Lawyer: Regardless, I wouldn’t be too worried. I think the judge will see that you’ve been the main caregiver. You’ll get a certain amount per child per month, based on his income. It’s very simple, actually. There’s a formula. And even though he inherited the house, you’re entitled to half of how much it’s increased in value since you got married. Which, in this market, is quite a bit. There’s a reason he’s dragging his feet on making a full financial disclosure; he owes you a lot of money.
Imogen: R-really?
Lawyer: Oh, yes. More than enough to cover any obligations to spousal support, if he decides to sell the house. And this is all in the separation agreement. There’s actually no need to rush filing for divorce, unless you intend to get remarried right away.
Imogen: Um, no…! That won’t be necessary! Wow.
Glad it seems like she’s in good hands here.
Not watertight on legal details? But that’s legal advice is why I started reading this comic!
Let me guess, as soon as it fully sinks in for Johnathan that, yes, he owes Imogen quite a bit of money and he’s going to HAVE to pay it, he’s going to start angling for reconciliation.
And/Or he realizes he has to disclose where the money actually *is* and how it’s being used. This is a guy that allowed his house to go without heat/water/electricity for at *least* one night; there’s also Imogen’s card being declined on the coffee date in Ch. 3, which means he either maxed it out or kept money out of it. Not to mention he kept Imogen out of *their* bank account by not telling her the password. (And let’s not forget that “Her Middle Name” hint and everything it could possibly mean.) If he isn’t broke, I’ll bet he’s been spending that money on everything *but* his family.
Wait a minute, I can’t become a divorce lawyer by reading your comic and remembering how things work? I demand a refund!