Hey everyone, I need some advice. I’m looking into filing an Alienation of Affection lawsuit in North Carolina. The situation goes back to 2011, but I’ve only recently found out about the extent of the affair. My spouse and this other person have been in contact for over 15 years, but two months ago, my spouse admitted to sleeping with them back in 2011. I found some old texts from March 2024 too. Is it too late to file? Any advice on what my options are, or if this is even worth pursuing? Really confused about the statute of limitations and what to do next.
Wow, that sounds like a really tough situation. In North Carolina, you can file an Alienation of Affection lawsuit, but there’s a 3-year limit from when you find out about the affair. So, since you just found out about it recently, you might be able to argue that the time frame starts from now. But you’ll need to gather solid proof to show that the affair really hurt your marriage.
I’m not a lawyer, but I’ve heard that ongoing communication (like those recent texts) can be part of the case if it shows harm. If they’ve been in touch up until 2024, that could be a big part of your argument. Definitely talk to a local lawyer about it.
Yeah, as long as you can prove the recent emotional toll from the affair, you might still have a case. But you’ll have to act fast because of that 3-year rule. If you’re serious, it might be worth getting a consultation with a lawyer who knows the ins and outs of Alienation of Affection cases.
I think you should check with your state’s bar association for a referral to a lawyer who deals with these types of cases. They can help you figure out if it’s worth pursuing, especially with the statute of limitations being a factor.