Can someone be sued for pursuing a married woman and eventually breaking the marriage up?
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Can someone be sued for pursuing a married woman and eventually breaking the marriage up?
This guy was asked by the husband to leave
her alone 10 year marriage the behavior
continued and eventually caused the divorce..
there are 2 small children involved. Can this
guy be sued for damages?
Asked on June 2, 2019 under Family Law, North Dakota
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
What you are referring to here is a lawsuit for what is known as "alienation of affection". This is when an outsider interferes with a marriage. However, most states have abolishd the ability to file for such a claim. In fact, only a few states still allow such lawsuits. They are HI, IL, MS, NM, NC, UT and SD. Since, ND is not among them, so you cannot bring such a suit.
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