[Ray76]

I understand. But a 3rd party forcing divorce? Seems a bit much. In fact it’s sickening.

[cdcdawg]

Some states allow it (Michigan, Massachusetts, Tennessee), others do not (Vermont, California). It’s a controversial and complicated topic.

[AZHSer]

It happens more than you think. My G-ma’s husband had dementia and his kids accused her of not taking care of him. They sued for guardianship and got it. They were just smelling money, thinking Dad was going to die. Made a big show of how they were going to take care of him and kept taking stuff out of the house. The problem was, like the lady in the article, the money and property was all G-ma’s before they got married. She had receipts for everything. She had to file for divorce to protect herself but didn't want to. Had to liquidate and give them a lump sum but it was cheaper and got them out of her life. As soon as the money was paid, they dumped their dad in a home at govt. expense. He died about 6 months later. G-ma is doing well but lonely.