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Dad Catches Wife Cheating And Pulls Off A Divorce Plan So Smooth It’s Brutal
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Dad Catches Wife Cheating And Pulls Off A Divorce Plan So Smooth It’s Brutal

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Sometimes, to catch a cheater, you have to beat them at their own game, perhaps even going to great lengths pretending you have no idea what they’re plotting, while you carefully unravel their evil web of lies. It might be an incredibly painful process but, depending on the situation, it could pay off in more ways than one.

That’s the lesson one man shared when he told the story of how he got the ultimate revenge on his philandering spouse. The woman had absolutely no idea that while she was planning a dirty little weekend away with her lover, her husband was quietly watching the entire conversation unfold in real time. He meticulously plotted his inevitable divorce over the next few weeks—and pounced with precision when she least expected it.

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    When he found out his wife was cheating, this man decided not to confront her immediately

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    Instead, he painfully waited it out and cooked up a perfect plan that would see him beating her at her own game

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    Do the courts care if an affair took place?

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    Maybe someone tells you. Maybe you unexpectedly come across a few messages. Perhaps you catch them in the act. Or, you witness it on a kiss-cam at a Coldplay concert. However the secret spills out, the revelation that your partner has been cheating can be a painful and devastating experience.

    You could choose to confront them immediately, say nothing and quietly leave, or you might decide to beat them at their own game… Secretly gathering all the evidence while pretending you’re none the wiser.

    “While cheating is a betrayal of trust, it also carries legal implications in divorce proceedings, particularly in jurisdictions where fault-based divorce is recognized,” notes Singapore-based legal firm, Jacques Law Firm. 

    In some U.S. states, divorcing spouses have the option of filing either a “fault-based” or “no-fault” divorce. Other states allow only no-fault divorce.

    “The main difference between fault-based and no-fault divorce is that in a fault-based divorce, one of the spouses claims that something the other did caused the marriage to fall apart,” explains legal site Nolo.com. “In a no-fault divorce, on the other hand, neither spouse needs to allege a bad act on the part of the other.”

    There are various reasons a scorned spouses might pursue fault-based divorce. Some don’t want to wait out the period of separation required by their state’s law for a no-fault divorce. “In some states, a spouse who proves the other’s fault might receive a greater share of the marital property or more alimony,” notes Nolo, adding that for many, the choice is purely based on hurt feelings.

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    Before planning to take your cheating spouse to the cleaners, read this…

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    Accusations of infidelity alone are not sufficient in court, warns Jaqcues Law. “To establish that a spouse has been unfaithful, clear and compelling evidence is required,” reads the site. “Courts typically do not demand proof of physical intimacy, but rather indications that an affair has taken place.”

    There are various types of evidence that can help build a strong case. This includes photographic or video evidence, text messages, emails and social media activity. Eyewitness testimony and private investigator records are other options.

    You could also gather proof in the form of hotel and travel logs, or financial records. “Bank statements, credit card transactions, and receipts can reveal suspicious spending patterns. Large withdrawals, unexplained expenses, or purchases linked to a third party may indicate an affair,” explains Jacque Law. “If marital funds were used for gifts, hotel stays, or vacations with a romantic partner, a judge may consider this when dividing assets or determining spousal support.”

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    It’s important to note that while proving adultery can strengthen a divorce case, all evidence must be obtained legally. “Illegally accessing emails, recording conversations without consent, or using hidden cameras in private spaces can violate privacy laws and lead to legal consequences,” warns Jacques Law.

    It’d probably be wise to consult a divorce lawyer before gathering any evidence. They’ll be able to guide you on what’s permissible and what isn’t. Experts will also know how to collect proof without breaching laws.

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    David
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    reads like the fiction of a guy who was cheated on, was divorced and this was his fantasy scenario in his head of how he wished it went

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    Littlemiss
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was right with him till I convinced her maybe we'd have a future.. fwb.. now sleeping with her and she thinks its good. Yes siree Bob, we got delulu on speed dial right there.

    Zoe Vokes
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is what a dumped husband wishes had happened. He currently has women from Tinder, friends with benefits and his wife coming over whenever he wants. The children love him and hate his wife, he lives in the big house that is being paid for by her whilst he works part time… and she’s hurt and desperate for him back whilst his life is so perfect and happy.

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    David
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    reads like the fiction of a guy who was cheated on, was divorced and this was his fantasy scenario in his head of how he wished it went

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    Littlemiss
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was right with him till I convinced her maybe we'd have a future.. fwb.. now sleeping with her and she thinks its good. Yes siree Bob, we got delulu on speed dial right there.

    Zoe Vokes
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is what a dumped husband wishes had happened. He currently has women from Tinder, friends with benefits and his wife coming over whenever he wants. The children love him and hate his wife, he lives in the big house that is being paid for by her whilst he works part time… and she’s hurt and desperate for him back whilst his life is so perfect and happy.

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