Hadden v. Hadden

David Newbern, Justice.

Charles Hadden, the appellee, brought an action for divorce against Mary R. Hadden, the appellant, in 1992. Mrs. Hadden contested the divorce and counterclaimed for separate maintenance. Both parties’ claims were denied because the Chancellor found each at fault and applied the doctrine of recrimination. The Chancellor entered support orders against Mr. Hadden in favor of Mrs. Hadden and the parties’ minor daughter. Mr. Hadden later filed a second divorce complaint alleging 18 months separation, and the divorce was granted. The latter order divided the parties’ marital…