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    Can You Sue Someone for Assault? | Civil Assault Lawsuits - AllLaw

    • The criminal definition of assaultvaries slightly from state to state. In civil court, an assault is a purposeful act by one person that causes another person to fear immediate harmful or offensive contact. Contrar… See more

    Elements of Assault

    If you're going to file an assault lawsuit, you (the "plaintiff") will have to show: 1. the person who assaulted you (the "defendant") committed an intentional act 2. the act was meant to c… See more

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    Injuries and Damages in Assault Lawsuits

    A wrongful act (intentional or otherwise) usually requires "damages" (injury or … See more

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    How Do I Prove Damages For An Assault Case?

    If you're making a legal claim for assault, you'll have to prove all of the elements of assault (see above) and your damages by a "preponderance of the evidence." A prepondera… See more

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    How Much Is A Civil Assault Lawsuit Worth?

    The value of a civil assault case is based on many factors including: 1. the seriousness of your injuries 2. whether the defendant has a defense to your claim (like self-defens… See more

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    How Much Time Do I Have to File An Assault Lawsuit?

    If you want to file a lawsuit after an assault, don't delay. Each state has a deadline for filing a civil lawsuit, called the "statute of limitations." Deadlines vary from state to state. Most … See more

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