Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

Re: Marital break down leading to divorce

Many wiser people have tried to sue their spouse's lover but in Massachusetts, that claim does not work. The original cause of action would be called "alienation of affection" but it has been thrown out by statute.

The only recourse you have is through a traditional divorce. Ask for custody and support.

I know it's hard but you must let the anger go. If you don't, it will hurt you and your children.

Re: Marital break down leading to divorce

Mr. Cheong's answer is right on the money as to Massachusetts law. The courts no longer allow the type of financial punishment you now seem to desire of the pursuer. You would do far better to find an appropriate and lawful way to get a hold on your own deep hurts and anger. If you haven't already, you should engage a licensed, professional counselor and start talking it out, because duels at dawn over honor are illegal.

Further, please note that if your wife didn't complain about four years of sexual harassment to her employers, your emphasis on the workplace is entirely out of place. To the contrary, if she let it go on for four years, she found the attention flattering. --This-- is what you are angry about, at least in some degree. There was at least a small crack in your marriage already. This is also something you need to face through counseling.