In a controversial legal battle that has captured the attention of the nation, a Korean man, identified as Mr. Kim, has sued his wife, Mrs. Kim, over her decision to donate a part of her liver to save...
In a controversial legal battle that has captured the attention of the nation, a Korean man, identified as Mr. Kim, has sued his wife, Mrs. Kim, over her decision to donate a part of her liver to save their child's life. The court's ruling, delivered on December 16, 2025, has ignited widespread debate across South Korea and the global community. The Heart of the Dispute Mr. Kim, a resident of Seoul, took legal action against his wife after she independently chose to donate a portion of her liver to their critically ill child without his consent. According to court documents, the child, aged 6, was diagnosed with acute liver failure in August 2025 and required an urgent transplant to survive. The surgery took place at the prestigious Seoul National University Hospital. The core of Mr. Kim's lawsuit centers around the claim that Mrs. Kim's decision was made unilaterally, allegedly causing him 'significant emotional distress.' He sought damages for what he described as a breach of marital...