Married couples are generally viewed as equal partners, but it does not mean that the law is blind to the fact that some spouses put in far less effort than others.
When it comes to long marriages, courts tend to accord similar recognition to both spouses, especially for non-monetary contributions such as taking care of the children and running a household.
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