False allegations of child abuse during custody battle

LifeIsStrange

Hi,

During a custody battle if claims of child abuse are made and subsequently proven unfounded after the intervention of experts in the field does the victim who was falsely accused have any remedy in civil law?

The Gardai have been involved but aren't going to prosecute, the legislation apparently exists but for the sake of the children no further action is being taken as they have already undergone excessive interviews with a number of professionals.

The victim however is left with the after-effects of what was a hugely traumatic event which for 6 months left them unable to see their child without a supervisor even though it was expected throughout this period that the claims would be proven false.

Is it the case that it's better to just try get over it with the ongoing help of a therapist because it's too expensive to pursue through the courts or can anything be done? Allegations like this are incredibly difficult to put behind you, in this case the events occurred within the past 12 months and recovery is very slow and despite professional help not sure whether it will ever be totally forgotten.

Meanwhile the accuser, the children's father who has mental health issues believes it was quite entertaining to watch the mother suffer in this way.

Wondering if there are any resources that can be looked at or advice that can be followed before a solicitor is contacted.

Thanks.

Kristopherus

Go to a solicitor straight away.

hullaballoo

Kristopherus wrote: »

Go to a solicitor straight away.

This.

It is far too serious an issue to take uninformed recommendations from strangers on the Internet. A legal professional will inform you as to your options here but we cannot help you.

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