What are indignities?

What are indignities?

An indignity is conduct which renders the other spouse’s condition intolerable and life burdensome. According to one case, “Indignities may consist of: unmerited reproach. studied neglect. abusive language.

What is cruel and barbarous treatment?

Cruelty. The deliberate and malicious infliction of mental or physical pain upon persons or animals. Phrases such as “cruel and inhuman treatment,” “cruel and abusive treatment,” or “cruel and barbarous treatment” are commonly employed in matrimonial law.

What is cruel treatment?

Another name for cruelty, or for the intentional, hostile infliction of physical or mental suffering upon another individual, which is a ground for DIVORCE in many states.

What is considered cruel?

Cruel and unusual punishment includes torture, deliberately degrading punishment, or punishment that is too severe for the crime committed. Many people have argued that capital punishment (see also capital punishment) should be considered cruel and unusual punishment.