Senate kills bill to abolish alienation of affection in Mississippi
A bill intended to abolish the tort of alienation of affection in Mississippi died in committee. SB2057 was referred to the Senate Judiciary committee and died in committee. So the tort will live on in Mississippi. Paramours beware.
Reported by Robert Kisselburgh, Mississippi Divorce Lawyer
Alienation of affection in Mississippi
With all the gossip, speculation, and rumors associated with Tiger Woods and his transgressions (a/k/a alleged affairs), the issue of alienation of affection is in the news. In fact, CNN published an article on alienation of affection and how Mississippi is one of seven states that still recognizes this tort. So what is alienation of affection?
In Mississippi, if a person has an affair with a married person that causes the breakup of their marriage, the other spouse can sue the paramour (the person having the affair with the married spouse) and collect money damages from that person. Two years ago, the Mississippi Supreme Court upheld a jury verdict awarding a man $754,000.00 against his wife's lover.
The Kisselburgh Law Firm represents Mississippi residents in divorce cases including those involving alienation of affection. If you or a loved one are contemplating a divorce, call now and schedule an appointment to discuss your legal rights.
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