Asking Eric: Will my husband's volatile brother crash his surprise birthday party and ruin everything?

Someone is planning a surprise birthday party for their husband but is worried that the husband's brother might show up and cause problems. The brother has a pattern of getting drunk and becoming physically aggressive when around the husband, leading to fights between them.

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NJ.com / Star-LedgerLean Left· 8d ago

Asking Eric: Will my husband's violent brother crash his 50th birthday party? He truly scares me

Cleveland Plain DealerLean Left· 8d ago

Asking Eric: Do I risk family drama or stand firm against welcoming brother known for violence?

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The OregonianCenter· 8d ago

Asking Eric: Will my husband's volatile brother crash his surprise birthday party and ruin everything?

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AL.comLean Right· 8d ago

Asking Eric: What do I do if husband’s brother crashes surprise party, gets violent?