Bernstein v. Bernstein

David Bernstein obtained an interlocutory decree of divorce from his wife Rebecca on the ground of extreme cruelty, the court finding that she “treated plaintiff in a cruel and inhuman manner, which acts and conduct on the part of the defendant caused plaintiff grievous physical and mental suffering. ’ ’ Defendant appeals claiming that there was no corroboration of the important and material facts relied upon by the plaintiff as a basis for his decree; also, that an unreasonable lapse of time occurred before the commencement of the action. She depends upon the provisions of Civil Code…