In a decision published today, the Federal Court is abandoning the old 10/16 rule.
In its decision 5A_384/2018, the Federal Supreme Court defined a new regulation.
Previously, a custodial parent could only be expected to work from the age of 10 (the youngest child). Now, this can be expected as soon as the youngest child starts school. At this point, according to the Federal Supreme Court, the parent can be expected to work 50%. Once the youngest child enters upper secondary school, 80% employment can be expected, and from the age of 16 (the youngest child), 100% employment can be expected.
This is a long-awaited innovation, repeatedly demanded by our associations, which finally reflects the spirit of the new maintenance law that has been in effect since January 1, 2017.
Legislation, and in particular jurisprudence, thus adapts to actual lived practice.