Gambling Addictions and Divorce
A person with a serious addiction to anything can potentially jeopardize the quality and stability of a marriage. However, a gambling addiction can prove particularly problematic for those affected because of the devastating effects it can have on a couple’s finances. These addictions often develop slowly over time, but can eventually lead to the loss of important assets due to a lack of income and increase in debt. If an addition to gambling is severe enough, a family may face bankruptcy or foreclosure.
If you are thinking about filing for divorce because your spouse has a serious gambling problem, contact the Boca Raton divorce attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., at 561-353-2800 today.
The Consequences of a Gambling Addiction
It may be impossible for someone with a serious gambling addiction to maintain a healthy marriage and a financially stable household. In particular, the financial damage associated with a gambling addiction can prove irrecoverable for some families, especially if their average income cannot cover the debt built up due to the addiction.
A person with a gambling addiction can add the following strains to a marriage:
- Loss of savings
- Increase in household debts
- Fraudulent use of identity or financial information
- Theft
- Lying about spending
These problems can eventually prove too great for some marriages, causing one partner to file for divorce.
Contact Us
If your spouse has a gambling addiction and you are considering a divorce, there is legal help available for you. To learn more, contact the Boca Raton divorce lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., by calling 561-353-2800.
