People often have to suffer because sometimes KNOWINGLY FALSE allegations made in cases.
The people are forced to contest these cases and to prove them innocent.
1) If a civil case is filed, based on false cases, interim stays are obtained, cases are prolonged etc.. For all damages, claim can be made a) in the same court where case is pending or b) by filing separate suit under law of torts.
2) In case a criminal case is filed, based on false allegation which later complainant fails to prove:
There are two remedies:
A) Malicious Prosecution case. Here you have to prove, that complainant knowingly made false allegations.
B) A suit for damages under law of tort for damages suffered due to false case.
Best thing is to seek professional advice of your lawyer.
Internet is good source of informations.
But application of knowledge to facts of a case, requires professional experienc
Haresh Raichura
13/8/2014