Since the alienation of affection law doesn’t apply in MA, is there a similar law that would allow me to sue a third party?
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Since the alienation of affection law doesn’t apply in MA, is there a similar law that would allow me to sue a third party?
Asked on September 20, 2010 under Family Law, Massachusetts
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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
While it is true that Massachusetts does not recognize alienation of affection suits - as most other states do not, there may be a way to get around that, depending on the facts and circumstances of the case. Alienation of affection suits are still permitted in seven states: Hawaii, Illinois, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, South Dakota and Utah. So theoretically if any of the alleged acts that make up the acts that give rise to the lawsuits happened in any of those states, you could bring a lawsuit to recover money. Awards in states such as North Carolina have been substantial. There may be another avenue to take but you would need to speak with an attorney in your area on the matter. Otherwise, you may be out of luck.
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