Man Ordered by Judge to Compensate Ex $215K for 15 Years of Housework

After The Divorce After her divorce, Laura Devons felt helpless for a few days. All that changed when she spoke to her little brother. Joshua was a divorce lawyer himself, so he was aware of all the loopholes, and he knew that his sister was entitled to her share. She would never have to work again if he played his cards right. His Help Pexels The moment Josh told Laura what he knew, she knew she had a foot to stand on. There was no doubt that it was an unconventional approach. However, it would help her establish a life for herself. The fact that Laura was so close to giving birth made her in need of as much help as she could get. She knew how lucky she was to have her brother on her side. But would she win in the end? The News Pexels That man was the love of Laura's life for fifteen years. That was a third of her life. In the end, he threw it away like it wasn't worth anything. The news that he wanted to get a divorce shocked her to her very core. The news was unexpected, and she was still trying to figure out if it was true. She kept wishing it was all a misunderstanding. Heartache Pexels She decided to devote her life to Nathan as soon as he proposed to her. Throughout their relationship, she was confident they would be together forever, and she wanted to be a wife he could rely on. Unfortunately, all her devotion was wasted on the wrong person. In the end, she paid the price. She had never experienced a heartache like this before. How could it all be over just like that? A Caring Wife Pexels Laura was a loving wife. She helped Nathan recover when he was sick, by standing by his side and doing whatever she could. She ensured he got home to a warm dinner when he had to work late. Whenever he traveled internationally for business, she made sure that they did something special after he returned. She poured everything she had into their marriage. Her Sanctuary Pexels She did more than that, however. Laura made their home her sanctuary during their fifteen years together. In order to keep her house looking good, she spent every day scrubbing and cleaning. It would be an understatement to say the place was spotless, since Laura moved all the heavy things once a month and cleaned the floor beneath them. She wanted everything to be absolutely perfect for her family. A Child But there was one problem. The only thing Laura could not do on her own was to give her husband a child - an heir to his empire. However, it wasn't her fault. Following years of trying, and seeing many doctors, they discovered the true issue. In the end, Nathan was not able to produce a child of his own. This was a massive blow in their marriage. Treatments Pexels There was only one alternative left for the couple, IVF. Laura immediately started the procedure after Nathan agreed to the plan. This would prove to be their downfall, but she had no idea. It took Laura months of hormone therapy before she received the injection that would make her a mother. However, she encountered more problems than she had anticipated. This process was anything but a walk in the park. The News Pexels After a few weeks, Laura took a test and found that it worked. She was delighted to find that she was pregnant. Nathan, however, was not in the same position. He began expressing his displeasure with the situation since the child was not biologically his. Since he was unable to provide usable samples, the cells came from a donor. Suddenly, they were in a devastating situation. Not His Own Pexels There were many fights between the couple as a result of this. In order to make her husband feel better, Laura said that the baby was still theirs. Nathan was not convinced, however. Rather than a last name, he believed it was DNA that made an heir. It was Laura that he blamed for the measures that were eventually taken. Laura was devastated by his reaction. Boiling Point Canva A boiling point was reached one night. He said he wanted a divorce and that he didn't want to have anything to do with the child. Laura remained silent for a moment. She was stunned. In the beginning, her husband fully supported what she wanted. She never expected him to go so far. As she packed her bags, tears flowed down her cheeks. Change His Mind Canva Laura didn't want to leave. She hoped Nathan would see things clearly once he calmed down a bit. In the end, he threw her out the house that night. Despite her best efforts, the man refused to budge. It was clear to him that he did not want anything to do with his wife or the child that she claimed was his. Her only option was to leave. Her Sister Canva She packed her bags, took a cab, and arrived at her sister, Kayla's, house. As soon as Kayla heard what had happened, she took her sister in and tried to calm her down. It was clear to her how much trouble the mom-to-be was in. The situation was about to get incredibly difficult for her since she did not have any money to her name and a baby was on its way. Things were about to become very difficult for Laura. Less Than A Month Left Canva As Laura was already eight months pregnant, she had less than a month until she went into labor. She would get into an unpayable debt if she wasn't able to get back on her feet by then. Furthermore, she couldn't always depend on her sister. She had her own family and since Laura had moved in, her kids had to share a room to make space for Laura. The way they were living couldn't last forever. Doing What She Could Canva Laura tried everything she could think of. In addition to applying for every job she could find, she also went for countless interviews. There was one major problem, however. Eight months pregnant and without a day of work experience, no one wanted to hire her. As she would be finished with the training when she needed maternity leave, it was too much of a hassle for them. Laura never expected it to be this hard to find a job. It Wasn't Easy Canva As a result of her condition, Laura knew it was almost impossible for her to find a job. It wasn't easy for her but she wouldn't give up. It was important that she got back on her feet before the birth of her baby. Without relying on family members every step of the way, she needed to care for her child on her own. She would do anything in her power to accomplish this. Josh Canva Laura turned to her younger brother, Josh, after yet another unsuccessful interview. During that time, he was the only person who she could turn to for a shoulder to cry on. That night, Laura went to visit her little brother. She spent hours crying to him about her situation. This was just what she needed, someone to vent to. When she managed to calm down, Josh told her something she wished she had known earlier in life. He Knew What To Do Canva Laura had no need to get a job to get her life back on track. Josh knew exactly what to do for her. During her divorce, Josh took advantage of her, and he was going to rectify the situation. There were two alleys he could go down, and both would yield results. He would have set his sister up for life when he was done. He was there to save the day. Nathan's Lawyers Canva One of Josh's wonderful qualities was that he was an excellent divorce lawyer. His knowledge of loopholes made him a master at exploiting them. The divorce lawyers Nathan hired were excellent, and Josh knew that. When the price was right, those lawyers would do anything to cover his tracks. Despite this, they made one mistake. A Simple Plan Canva There was a chance that what happened during that case could be used against them, and Josh intended to do just that. If they went up against his family, he would show them how much it hurt. There was nothing complicated about his plan. It was nothing more than a simple letter. Thereafter, everything would fall into place. He couldn't wait to teach Nathan his lesson. A Letter Canva He typed out a letter the next day stating that Laura would be reimbursed for housework she had done during the fifteen years they had been married. Josh knew exactly how his ex-brother-in-law would react. Nathan didn't realize that his actions would be used against him. He had no idea what was coming his way. His Response Canva In his response letter, Nathan informed Josh that he was not going to give Laura anything. He made the biggest mistake of his life by doing that. Josh filed the letter along with some other evidence he had found and went about his business. Despite the slow pace, this game would yield tremendous results. Josh was smug and proud of his brilliant idea. Another Letter Canva Josh sent a second letter two weeks later. Once again, Nathan was reminded to pay his ex-wife what he owed her. Josh knew exactly what the response would be. However, he no longer had time to lose. The night before, Laura had given birth to her son, and she needed money as soon as possible. Josh had to help his older sister. Nathan's Refusal Canva Josh received Nathan's refusal later that day. As soon as Josh received Nathan's second refusal, he approached a public prosecutor and filed a lawsuit. There were two parts to the case. First, Josh claimed Laura needed to be reimbursed for her contributions to the household. The second part focused on the baby. In Court Canva The pair appeared in court a few weeks later. Nathan's divorce lawyers were the same as those he used for the divorce. Laura was accompanied by her brother. The judge now had to decide who was right and who was wrong. The evidence Josh had against Nathan made it impossible for Laura to walk away empty-handed. But what would she get from it? Her Situation Canva Josh informed the judge of Laura's situation when his turn came. As he explained how the house looked while she was there, he showed how dedicated she had been to her husband. He also mentioned Laura's difficulty finding a job because she had never worked before. He pointed out that she was now a single mother because Nathan didn’t want the baby, even though he agreed to and paid for the procedure. The evidence was piling up against Nathan. DNA Test Canva Josh's statement was disputed by Nathan, who said he shouldn't pay his wife for taking care of the house. Moreover, he said he shouldn't have to take care of the child since it wasn't his. A DNA test would usually be conducted, but since this case was difficult, it wasn't possible. Josh did have Nathan's consent forms from the fertility clinic, and they were clearly signed by Nathan. He wasn't going to let him get away with this. Reviewing The Evidence Canva After reviewing all the evidence, the judge decided to give Nathan and his lawyers a lesson in family law. There was no way Nathan could abandon the child because it wasn't his flesh and blood. As soon as he signed the papers, he took responsibility for the baby. As a result, he couldn't simply expect his ex-wife to suffer. They Couldn't Hide Canva There was nowhere for Nathan's lawyers to hide. In the divorce case, they purposely excluded all of that information because they knew Nathan would have to pay. Nathan never had a foot to stand on. As a result, he was able to get his way because he had paid for it. His luck would not be as good this time around. He was taught a very important lesson. His Decision Canva Following a short break, the judge announced his decision. Nathan was ordered to pay Laura $215,000 for the housework she did during their relationship. Taking into account the average salary and the amount of time that had passed, the order was made. Since Laura couldn't find a job, he also gave her alimony to cover her expenses. In addition, he ordered Nathan to pay the baby's child support. Being Heard Pexels The judge listened to Josh's explanation of Laura's situation. His wife dedicated her life to her husband and he showed how the house looked while she was there. As far as the judge was concerned, he only showed the truth to him. He disliked lawyers who manipulated the truth to achieve their goals. First Time For Everything Pexels Additionally, he mentioned Laura had never worked before, making it difficult for her to find a job. Despite his agreement and payment for the procedure, Nathan didn't want the baby, leaving her a single mother. Laura thought that her husband would support her at the time. The reality was quite different. Is it fair for her to do everything herself? Under Duress Pexels Objecting to Josh's statement, Nathan said that Josh shouldn't have to pay his wife for household chores. In addition, he said that the child was not his, so he shouldn't look after it. A smug smile spread across Nathan's face. It was a mistake for him to believe that his defense was fully-proof. Couldn't Be Pexels It was clear that Nathan wasn't technically the father, but did that mean that he had no responsibility to his wife while she was pregnant? In order to prove his point, he needed something solid. It didn't take Josh long to decide what to do after thinking for a moment. As Nathan presented the facts before him, it would wipe the smug grin from his face. Proof Pexels A DNA test would normally be conducted, but in this case, because it was a difficult case, that wasn't possible. He was unaware of the opponent's secret weapon. There was no danger to him, he thought. Nathan clearly signed the consent forms Josh had from the fertility clinic. What is the source of his supplies? Shocked Pexels There was a look of shock on Nathan's face. The old clinic documents clearly hadn't been expected. They must be private, he thought. Josh was about to slap him across the face with some knowledge. These documents can't be seen by you! What were the means of obtaining them? ” He shouted in bewilderment. Josh looked at him with a smile and explained everything to the man. Surfacing Pexels Considering Laura was the one having the procedure done, Josh explained that she had every right to get a copy of the documents from the clinic and also share them with her brother. There was an expression of outrage on Nathan's face. Laura and his wife needed something that would prove he had a responsibility towards them. Making Sense Pexels A family law lesson was in order for Nathan and his lawyers after all the evidence had been presented to him. There was no doubt that Nathan was clueless and the lawyers he had hired were not very competent. As Nathan's lawyers tried to bend the truth, Josh's approach of being completely honest paid off greatly. There seemed to be no naivete on the part of the judge. Suffering Pexels Despite the fact that the child was not his flesh and blood, Nathan could not abandon him. Taking responsibility for the documents was his responsibility when he signed them. Because he felt that way, he couldn't simply expect his ex-wife to suffer. He couldn't get away with abandonment because the judge and everyone else in the room wouldn't stand by. It is likely that he would pay his dues, but how would he defend himself? No Leg To Stand On Pexels There was nowhere to hide for Nathan's lawyers. Because they knew Nathan would be forced to pay if they didn't include that information in the divorce case, they deliberately excluded it. It was not expected that they would appear in court. Laura's brother was clearly underestimated by the defense team when they learned he would be her lawyer. In order to protect the privacy of those depicted, some names, locations, and identifying characteristics have been changed and are products of the author's imagination. Any resemblances to actual events or places or persons, living or dead, are entirely coincidental.

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