Alaimo v. Schwanz

On appeal the defendant in this action for alienation of affections argues that (1) the evidence does not support the verdict; and (2) the damages are excessive.

Sufficiency of evidence.

The elements which must be proved in a cause of action for alienation of affections are: (1) Wrongful conduct by the defendant; (2) plaintiff’s loss of affection or consortium of the other spouse; and (3) a causal connection between the defendant’s conduct and the plaintiff’s loss.

The challenge here to the sufficiency of the evidence targets the finding of plaintiff’s loss of affection. Appellant contends that…