Inverse consequences

The term "inverse consequences" or the "Law of Inverse Consequences" refers to results that are the opposite of the expected results as initially intended or planned.
One consequence is in the "reverse predicament" of the other.
History.
The term "inverse consequences" has been in use for over 175 years (since at least 1835).
The term was also used by Auguste Comte (1798–1857) in his book "System of Positive Polity" (published 1875), stating, "Inevitable increase in Complication, in proportion with the decrease of Generality, gives rise to two inverse consequences."
Documented examples.
The term "inverse consequences" has been applied in numerous situations, for example:
Related phrases.
The concept of "inverse consequences" has a corollary in other phrases, as well: