Schwartz v. Schwartz

OPINION OF THE COURT

William Rigler, J.

In this matrimonial action, this court is being asked to define the boundaries between a secular matrimonial action *790and the severance of religious ties between a married couple. This court had bifurcated the trial of this action, hearing the issue of fault first. Based upon the evidence presented, plaintiff wife was granted a divorce from defendant husband based upon his cruel and inhuman treatment of her. The decision was dated July 25, 1991. The trial on the economic issues of the matrimonial action was set down for trial shortly thereafter. After…