Can I take my husband to court for cheating?
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Can I take my husband to court for cheating?
Infidelity Won’t Get You More Money in the Courts Every state in the United States offers some form of a “no-fault divorce,” which allows you to cite a version of “irreconcilable differences,” as your reason for divorce. As such, your spouse cannot be penalized by a judge for cheating in most circumstances.
Can you sue ex emotional distress?
Today, even though you can sue your ex-spouse, many courts are still reluctant to interfere with personal matters related to marriage, particularly when it comes to matters of emotional distress or mental anguish. These types of cases, therefore, can be very difficult to win. You can also sue your ex-spouse for fraud.
Can you sue your ex wife after divorce?
According to the “broken heart” law, if your husband or wife cheats on you and it ends in divorce you are able to sue for damages. It’s called “alienation of affection”, a common tort law, which finds the “other man or woman” at fault for a failed marriage, and makes them pay damages for the love lost.
