The plaintiff brought a claim for malicious prosecution against his former partner, who counterclaimed for sexual assault and battery.
The defendant had made a police complaint alleging multiple incidents of assault and sexual assault, leading to criminal charges against the plaintiff that were ultimately stayed.
The court dismissed the counterclaim, finding the defendant's allegations were false and her testimony lacked credibility.
The court granted the plaintiff's claim for malicious prosecution, concluding that the defendant initiated the criminal proceedings by making false statements to police out of anger and for financial leverage.
The plaintiff was awarded $247,065.13 in general, special, and punitive damages.
