You wouldn't be the first woman in crisis to think that way. Crazy how the system works. Of course if you have children it won't be so clear cut. Child support comes right off the top. And if he has health insurance through work he may be required to cover you.

The middle class poor is epidemic with no relief in sight. How sad. I know a lot of folks who 'pretend' to be single to get social assistance for 2 singles rather than 1 couple. Of course if and when they get caught they could face jail time. There has to be a better way.