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: Financial Fraud During Divorce: Holdin

by lorilea

Title: Financial Fraud During Divorce: Holding Spouses Accountable for Ruining the Credit of Their Partners Introduction Divorce is a difficult and emotionally taxing process, but it becomes even more complicated when one spouse engages in actions that intentionally sabotage the other’s financial stability, particularly through financial fraud. One such action is the unauthorized use of a spouse’s personal information to open credit accounts or accrue debt without consent. This form of financial abuse, often overlooked in divorce settlements, can have a profound and lasting impact on the victim’s creditworthiness, future financial opportunities, and emotional well-being. The damage caused by these deceptive practices can take years to repair, limiting an individual's ability to secure loans, housing, or even employment. This thesis argues that spouses who engage in financial fraud during a divorce by damaging their partner’s credit should be held legally accountable, both to prevent su