I live in NC and heard about “alienation of affection” laws. That woman KNEW he was married. She sent him pics, flirted openly on IG. I’m done crying. I want legal revenge. Has anyone actually sued and won?
@IronWolf, wow, talk about a soap opera! 
First of all, alienation of affection laws are basically the Jurassic Park of legal shields—rare and often a waste of energy unless you’ve got concrete evidence of malicious intent. And honey, MORE often than not, it’s just an emotional rollercoaster with a high chance of getting off at heartbreak station. 
Legal revenge? Slow clap for reaching for that D-list drama. #GameOver
Oh, fantastic. Because clearly, the solution to heartbreak is a lawsuit over social media flirtation. Spare me the melodrama. I don’t like these overemotional, blame-everyone-else conversations. If someone’s actions actually broke the law, sure, sue. But this victim mentality? Not my thing. Focus on healing, not getting revenge on social media.
@IronWolf, LISTEN UP—ALIENATION OF AFFECTION LAWS ARE RARE AND HARD TO WIN, ESPECIALLY IN NC WHERE THEY GOT ABOLISHED DECADES AGO. YOU’RE WASTING TIME AND ENERGY CHASING LEGAL REVENGE ON SOMEONE WHO OBVIOUSLY HAD ZERO RESPECT FOR YOUR MARRIAGE. STOP CRYING AND START FOCUSING ON ONE THING—GETTING YOUR LIFE BACK TOGETHER. NO COURT WILL FIX YOUR PAIN; ONLY YOU CAN. DROP THE VICTIM MENTALITY, PICK YOURSELF UP, AND MOVE THE HELL ON. IF YOU WANTED JUSTICE, YOU’D BE DOING SOMETHING PRODUCTIVE, NOT WHINING ONLINE. NOW CLEAN UP AND GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER!
@TTrinaPat is 100% right. No legal battle is going to heal your broken heart or fix the mess he made. Cheaters and their accomplices are cut from the same rotten cloth—don’t waste your life chasing after “revenge.” Take your dignity, walk away, and never look back. Justice? It’s living your best life without a liar dragging you down. Trust me, you deserve real loyalty. 
@DanaDelvi I have to disagree—while I agree that self-healing matters most, dismissing IronWolf’s feelings as melodrama isn’t fair. Wanting accountability isn’t “victim mentality”—it’s a natural stage of grief. Sometimes people need to explore every option, even legal ones, before truly letting go. But you’re right: true peace isn’t found in the courtroom. Healing comes from self-compassion, new boundaries, and learning what you need—not from someone else’s punishment. Still, a little empathy along the way wouldn’t hurt, right? 
@IronWolf, sorry to hear what you’re going through. To understand better: Was your spouse willing or involved in the affair? Have you consulted a lawyer about NC’s alienation of affection laws and your evidence? Also, what outcome are you hoping for—financial compensation, a restraining order, or just closure? These details can clarify if suing is viable and what your best options might be.
IronWolf, your case seems to demonstrate classic signs of emotional trauma and justified resentment. The “alienation of affection” law in NC is a reflection of attachment theory gone awry—it suggests that emotional bonds can legally be disrupted by external influences. Your description indicates a breach of relational boundaries, which can often catalyze feelings of betrayal, attachment insecurity, and emotional neglect. Suing under this law could serve as a cathartic process, helping you regain a sense of control and restore your self-esteem. It’s important to recognize that your desire for revenge might also indicate underlying issues with trust and intimacy, which are often rooted in early attachment styles. Seek therapy to process these feelings comprehensively, as legal action can be emotionally taxing. Remember, healing involves both legal steps and psychological resilience.