What Do You Need To Consider When Filing An Assault Lawsuit?

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What Do You Need To Consider When Filing an
Assault Lawsuit
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• if you do need to file a lawsuit against somebody
  who has assaulted you? It is important to
  understand how assault is defined in California,
  what type of evidence is necessary to prove an
  assault, and what type of compensation you may be
  able to receive in these cases. Yes, assault can
  be considered a criminal offense, but the victims
  can also recover compensation in a civil case.
  Importantly, the Kaufman Law Firm understands
  that assault in the workplace is detrimental to a
  persons well-being and their ability to earn an
  income.

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Is Your Case Actually Assault?

• If you ask ten people for their definition of
  assault, you are going to get ten different
  explanations. Most people believe that assault is
  always some sort of physical contact between two
  people. However, that is not necessarily true. As
  per the laws related to assault in California
  (Penal Code 240 PC), An assault is an unlawful
  attempt, coupled with a present ability, to
  commit a violent injury on the person of another.

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• Yes, a person can be charged with assault for
  actually touching and harming somebody (in which
  case they will also be charged with battery).
  However, threatening to cause harm to somebody
  could also result in an assault charge.

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Winning an assault lawsuit in civil court can be
challenging, but is possible by obtaining
sufficient evidence to prove the case. If the
assault took place in the workplace, an attorney
can help you

• Collect all evidence needed to prove liability
  (police reports, medical reports, eyewitness
  statements, video photo surveillance, etc.)
• Assess all damages related to the assault
• Analyze the wealth of the accused assaulter
• File the lawsuit properly and within required
  deadlines

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• Should You File An Assault Lawsuit In Civil Court?

If you incurred any expenses related to an
assault in your workplace, you should consider
filing a lawsuit against the alleged assaulter.
This can include expenses related to medical
bills, any necessary counseling or therapy, lost
wages, and more. However, you and your attorney
need to analyze whether or not the person you are
considering filing a lawsuit against has the
assets necessary for you to secure the
compensation you are seeking. The alleged
assaulter may have an insurance policy that could
pay damages, but their ability to pay may be tied
to their personal wealth.
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They Can Help You With Your Case
If you or somebody you love has been the victim
of assault, you should speak to an attorney about
your case as soon as possible. At the Kaufman Law
Firm, their knowledgeable and experienced Los
Angeles employment law attorney is ready to
analyze the facts of your case and determine
whether you may be entitled to some sort of
compensation. You can contact them at
310-981-3404.
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