Raleigh divorce attorney Charles R. Ullman recently appeared on Fox News Digital to discuss a high-profile case that has reignited debate over North Carolina's 'homewrecker' law. The case involves former Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, who is the defendant in an alienation of affection claim filed by the wife of her married bodyguard. The lawsuit, filed in Moore County Superior Court, alleges that Sinema knowingly pursued the bodyguard despite his marital status, sending romantic messages, giving gifts, and taking him on trips.
North Carolina is one of the few states that still recognizes alienation of affection claims, which allow a spouse to sue a third party who has interfered with their marriage and caused them to lose their spouse's love and affection. This law has sparked significant debate, with some questioning whether someone who breaks up a marriage should be held legally responsible. However, Ullman sees these claims as a vital path for a wronged spouse to hold an affair partner accountable for the harm caused.
'I think it's more about trying to find a remedy,' Ullman told Fox News Digital. 'Giving the person that's been wronged an opportunity at getting some type of relief.' With 25 years of experience as a Board-Certified Specialist in Family Law, Ullman understands the complexities of such cases. His firm, Charles R. Ullman & Associates, based in Raleigh, helps families across North Carolina navigate difficult legal matters, including divorces involving infidelity.
The Sinema case has drawn national attention, bringing renewed scrutiny to North Carolina's alienation of affection law. While critics argue that such laws are outdated and can be abused, supporters like Ullman contend that they provide an essential remedy for spouses who have suffered emotional and financial harm due to infidelity. The outcome of this case could have broader implications for how North Carolina courts handle similar claims in the future.
For more information on alienation of affection claims and family law in North Carolina, visit Charles R. Ullman & Associates.
