A Case Involving Parental Alienation
After more than 30 years of trying cases, this matter stands out as one involving one of the most severe forms of parental alienation.
The case took place in Steamboat Springs and involved a situation where a child was convinced they were the victim of sexual abuse when no abuse had occurred.
False Allegations and Legal Consequences
The situation led to significant legal consequences:
- A false arrest
- False criminal charges against the client
- A family law court denying a mother access to her children
During this time, the father was able to manipulate multiple systems that are designed to reach the correct outcome.
Establishing a Pattern of Abuse
A plaintiff case was filed to establish the facts.
The case focused on demonstrating a pattern of abuse, which was presented as the foundation of parental alienation.
Through the case, it was shown that:
- No sexual assault had occurred
- There was no evidence supporting the allegations
- The situation originated from the actions of a father seeking control and revenge
Presenting the Dynamics to a Jury
The case centered on helping the jury understand:
- What parental alienation looks like
- How it develops over time
- How one individual was able to manipulate multiple systems
This included the impact on:
- The children
- The civil court system
- The family law court
- The district attorney, who was initially persuaded to pursue prosecution
The Outcome
After hearing the full context, the jury reached a verdict in favor of the clients.
The verdict reflected the conclusion that:
- No abuse had occurred
- The harm resulted from the actions of the father
The jury returned a substantial civil award totaling $21 million.
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