No-Fault Divorce Means No-Fault, Even in the Wake of Infidelity

No one who truly wants a loving and successful marriage enters such a commitment with the intent of getting divorced. However, life stress and poor choices can lead to what was originally an unthinkable outcome. While there are many legitimate reasons for divorce, infidelity remains one of the most common claims. But if you think you’re emotionally and financially protected just because you live in a no-fault state, think again.

He Said, She Said
Once upon a time, studies insisted that males were primarily responsible for adultery-related divorce. While the tides have not completely turned, female statistics have grown in the past few years to almost meet the rate of their gender counterpart infidelity rates. Today, stats show that 60% of married men have had at least one adulterous affair, while almost 50% of women have done the same. However, those rates only include those who have admitted their indiscretions.

When asked why the individuals felt the need to cheat, almost 50% of men said they wanted more sex and/or variety than they got at home, while almost 45% of women said they felt attraction to the other person. Over 30% of female cheaters needed a confirmation of desirability. So what does this mean? It means what every adult already knows – men need to feel physically loved while women need to feel emotionally loved. Both of those concepts are met at the beginning of a relationship and marriage. Unfortunately, they all too often fizzle out due to life stress, neglect and poor judgment.

While most noted infidelity occurs within larger cities, studies have concluded that 15% of all American marriages suffer some type of infidelity challenge. Adding in the fact that cheating may mean different things to different people only complicates matters. 90% of women and 75% of men believe kissing to be true cheating, while almost 70% of women and over 50% of men would consider kicking their spouses to the curb if they found proof that their partner engaged in flirtatious texting.

No-Fault
There are many states offering no-fault divorce to couples who agree their mutual needs require them to live apart permanently. Your Michigan divorce attorney can help you to begin a new life if that’s what you absolutely need. And while the no-fault status of living in an open city such as Mt Clemens, MI may help you retain most of your financial assets, it all depends on the choices you've made and the resourcefulness of your spouse.

No-fault means that adultery does not need to be proven to grant a divorce. Couples may go their separate ways without reason other than no longer wishing to live together as man and wife. A no-fault divorce doesn't affect child custody and often acts as a clean break for the unhappy couple. However, if you've caused undue emotional harm and/or your partner has found a trail of evidence and presents that to the court, you may still be sued for alimony and property settlements. You may even be required to reimburse your spouse any expenses that you created during your affair. In many cases a betrayed spouse will use any means necessary to ensure he or she continues the pre-divorce lifestyle long after the divorce is final. In the end, a single act of infidelity may cost you more than you ever dreamed possible.

Divorce is only one solution for the painful sting of adultery. In many cases, the wounded spouse forgives the indiscretion or the couple heals through therapy and trust building exercises. In those cases, the marriage often strengthens over time. But that’s not always an option. Sometimes the pain of betrayal is too much of a burden to continue with your chosen partner. In the event this occurs, seeking Michigan divorce help can put you on the right path to a healthier and happier life. Contact Femminineo Attorneys to schedule your free initial consultation and discuss the particulars of your divorce.

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Michigan Divorce Help
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Mt Clemens, MI 48043
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