1. Case Overview ๐ง
The plaintiff (client) was a father of three minor children, married to his wife. However, the defendant (the adulterer), who was a colleague of the wife, actively confessed his feelings and approached her, knowing that she was married, and maintained an inappropriate relationship for about a year. Eventually, the affair was discovered when the plaintiff accidentally overheard a phone conversation between the two.
2. Defendant (Adulterer)'s Arguments and Attorney's Assistance โ๏ธ
The defendant attempted to evade responsibility during the lawsuit by arguing as follows:
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"It was not an affair, but a temporary mistake due to momentary emotions."
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"I tried to apologize to the plaintiff, and there was pre-existing marital discord."
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"The marriage did not break down, so the alimony should be reduced."
Attorney Seo Yuri's Rebuttal Points:
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Presentation of Objective Evidence: Based on the recordings showing the defendant's persistent pursuit and the fact that he admitted to having sexual intercourse in the car several times, the claim of 'temporary behavior' was directly refuted.
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Pointing out the Unfairness of the Attitude: It was emphasized that the defendant's father made threatening remarks instead of apologizing, causing secondary harm to the plaintiff.
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Proof of the Reality of Marital Breakdown: It was explained in detail that the plaintiff was hurt and applied for a divorce by mutual consent, and that he was waiting to move into a dormitory because it was difficult to be in the same space as his wife.
3. Court Ruling ๐
The Seosan Branch of the Daejeon Family Court accepted the plaintiff's arguments and ruled as follows:
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"The defendant shall pay the plaintiff 30,000,000 won in alimony."
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Most of the requested amount was granted, taking into account the length of the marriage, the presence of minor children, and the circumstances of the affair.
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The defendant was ordered to bear the litigation costs.
4. Closing Remarks ๐ฌ
Adulterer lawsuits are not just about revealing the affair, but about logically breaking down the other party's false claims and legally proving the mental distress suffered by the client. This case is significant in that it held the defendant, who broke the peace of a family with three children, strictly legally responsible.
If you are experiencing similar pain, please do not worry alone, but secure solid evidence and seek your rights with logical arguments.
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