Introduction & Overview
Introduction & Overview
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Types of "Intentional Tort" Personal Injury Cases
Most injury-related civil cases stem from accidents, but intentional tort cases arise when one person purposefully harms another.
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Intentional Torts vs. Negligence in Personal Injury Cases
Different liability rules exist for injuries ("torts" in legalese) that are committed intentionally versus accidentally.
Intersection of Criminal and Civil Law
Intersection of Criminal and Civil Law
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Civil Injury Cases vs. Criminal Cases After an Assault
After an assault, a criminal case can be brought by the government, and a personal injury (civil) case may be brought by the victim.
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The legal elements of a civil case for assault, plus the financial side to consider before you sue.
Third Party Liability
Third Party Liability
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Bar or Nightclub Liability for Fight Injuries
If you suffered an injury as a result of a fight in a bar, nightclub, tavern, pub, or similar establishment, you may have a legal claim against that business.
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Personal Injury Liability for Assault By a Bar or Nightclub Bouncer
If you are injured by a bouncer or security guard, you may have two options for an injury claim -- an intentional tort claim against the bouncer, and a premises liability claim against the business.
Assault and Battery as Personal Injury Claims
Assault and Battery as Personal Injury Claims
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Making a Civil Injury Claim for Battery
Here are the elements that you'll need to prove to bring a civil injury claim or lawsuit for battery.
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The Victim's Right To Civil Damages for Assault
The criminal case for assault punishes the perpetrator, but a separate case can be made by the victim for civil damages.
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The "Privilege" Defense to a Civil Battery Claim
There are a few situations where a defendant may escape liability for civil battery.
Police and Security Liability
Police and Security Liability
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Civil Claims for Injury by Police Officers or Security Guards
A look at your legal options if excessive force by a law enforcement official or private security guard lead to your injury.
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A look at the kinds of conduct that can lead to a civil lawsuit for false arrest.
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Civil Lawsuits for False Imprisonment
When one person is involuntarily detained by another, it could lead to a civil lawsuit for false imprisonment.
Sexual Abuse Cases
Sexual Abuse Cases
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Can the Victim of a Sexual Assault File a Civil Lawsuit?
A sexual abuse survivor can probably sue the perpretrator in civil court, but getting monetary compensation might be tricky.
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Filing a Civil Lawsuit for Child Sexual Abuse
Unlike the criminal law process, which punishes abusers, civil lawsuits compensate survivors of sexual abuse.
More Intentional Torts
More Intentional Torts
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Personal Injury Lawsuits for Domestic Violence
Survivors of domestic abuse may be able to sue the perpetrator in civil court, seeking compensation for physical injuries and other losses.
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Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress (IIED) Claims
A claim of intentional infliction of emotional distress need not be accompanied by physical injury.
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Injury Lawsuits for STD Infection and Disclosure
Can you sue someone for knowingly infecting you with a sexually transmitted disease? Can you sue someone for disclosing that you have an STD? Both cases may be grounds for a lawsuit.
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Can You Sue a Partner Who Knowingly Infected You with an STD?
If a sexual partner had knowledge of his/her STD and infected you, he or she may be liable for damages in a civil lawsuit.