Why do women get half of everything after divorce?

California Is a Community Property State When a married couple gets divorced, their community property and debts will be divided equitably. This means they will be divided fairly and equally.

How does a woman feel after a divorce?

Life after divorce is filled with overwhelming emotions. Many women feel a combination of anger, fear, resentment and confusion. They may even feel shame or guilt, even when they dont deserve to. When I went through my divorce, I felt many of these same emotions.