The parties separated after a long marriage during which they built a successful real estate business.
Following separation, the appellant was convicted of sexual assault, unilaterally terminated the business partnership, and diverted commissions to himself.
The trial judge awarded the respondent $200,000 in lump sum spousal support.
The appellant appealed the entitlement, form, and quantum of the award, and sought to introduce fresh evidence.
The Court of Appeal dismissed the fresh evidence application and the appeal, finding the lump sum award appropriately addressed the economic disadvantage and hardship suffered by the respondent.
