What is wife entitled to in divorce Texas?
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What is wife entitled to in divorce Texas?
In Texas, the courts presume that all property and income that either spouse obtained during the course of the marriage belongs equally to both spouses. This means that the state will equally divide the couple’s assets between them in the divorce process.
Can you sue your spouse for emotional distress in Texas?
So back to our original questions: Can you sue your spouse and his or her boyfriend or girlfriend for adulterous conduct? The answers: Yes, if the adulterous conduct amounts to Intentional (or Reckless) Infliction of (Severe) Emotional Distress. If your situation meets this standard, you can bring the suit.
Can you sue your spouse for mental anguish?
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.
