Suing Ex For Name Change

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In Ohio, its generally not possible to sue an ex-spouse for fraud related to a divorce, but you can sue for fraudulent misrepresentation if certain conditions are met. The cost of a name change typically falls on the person seeking it, but it could potentially be included in a civil lawsuit for damages related to abuse. Consulting with a local attorney can provide more clarity.

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In Ohio, it's generally not possible to sue an ex-spouse for fraud related to a divorce. However, you can sue for fraudulent misrepresentation. Here are some requirements:
- The misrepresentation was material and false
- You relied on the misrepresentation
- The reliance resulted in injury.
If my ex was abusive physically can I sue him to make him pay for my last name change
In Ohio, the cost of a name change typically falls on the person seeking it. However, you could potentially include it in a civil lawsuit for damages related to abuse. Consulting with a local attorney can provide more clarity.