Alienation of Affection

December 9, 2009

In some states, you can get sued for having an affair with a married man or woman.  Its unknown as an “alienation of affection” lawsuit where an outsider interferes with a marriage.  These suit are allowed in Hawaii, Illinois, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, South Dakota, and Utah. Suit are usually filed for two reasons: [...]

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Gay Marriage Bill Rejected

December 2, 2009

New York lawmakers in a surprising move rejected a bill that would have made their state the 6th to allow gay marriages.  The bill needed 32 votes.  It only mustered 24 votes. Many thought the bill would pass since the Governor of New York had pledge to sign it. Supporters had been hopeful they could [...]

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