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Grounds For Divorce

Unfortunately I found an open email my spouse wrote to another man with his reply. Was going into another program but found this email instead. She made comments about photos she sent him and asked how did she look and so on. She said make sure you send me a picture of your hotness also. They have known each other for several years. I do not know him but she has talked to me about him. She tells him of a possible affair with another she met at the gym and she asks for his thoughts. He said be careful for he may want more than you are willing to give. She mentions me and degrades me unfavorably. I was devasted and disappointed to say the least after all these years. Do I have grounds for divorce? Will I have monetary obligations to her? Not sure about the adultery aspect in this situation, it probably has happened. No children under 18, all in college.


Asked on 11/20/08, 1:31 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ben Stevens The Stevens Firm, P.A. Family Law Center

Re: Grounds For Divorce

The emails by themselves are not enough evidence to prove adultery, but they certainly seem to imply that something is going on. I strongly recommend that you consult a private investigator to see exactly what your wife is up to, and that you also talk with an attorney to discuss your rights.

These are complex issues, and it is important that they be handled correctly. Therefore, it is important that you consult an experienced family law attorney to find out what options are available to you based on the facts of your particular case. If you need more information, you can visit my family law blog (www.SCFamilyLaw.com) or our website (www.StevensFirm.com). I wish you the best of luck.

Ben Stevens

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Answered on 11/20/08, 1:59 pm


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