Many personal injury cases revolve around negligence. In other words, most matters involve a situation in which a person was not intentionally attempting to harm another. Unfortunately, there are times when people cause harm on purpose. is important that you take immediate action to protect your interests when such a travesty arises. Such action includes contacting law enforcement and, once your are safe, initiating legal proceedings. Damon Young is a Peoria personal injury lawyer who assists individuals who have been intentionally harmed by another. If you are in need of assistance then contact our office today to speak with an attorney.
Injury lawyer helping Illinois residents with cases involving sexual assault, assault & battery, & more
An intentional tort is just what it sounds like – intentional. When one person intentionally inflicts harm upon another then they can be held liable for damages. Punitive damages may be appropriate in such situations. Examples of such offenses can include sexual assault, assault and battery, and other such violent conduct. An important thing to consider in such cases is whether a victim will actually be able to recover payment for any judgment which they are awarded. There are situations, such as when someone assaults another within the scope of their employment, or when an offender has substantial financial resources, which can result in the victim being able to recover their damages.
Employers are responsible for the hiring and supervising of their employees. This means, for example, that if an employee assaults the customer of a business then the victim may be able to bring an action against the employee, for assault, and an action against the employer for negligent hiring and supervision. This can allow the victim to recover their damages from their employer – and potentially from the employer’s insurance policy. Moreover, if the individual who commits such an act is a business owner, or otherwise has resources, then it may be possible to collect a judgment from them directly. Common examples of these types of cases include an employee assaulting a customer, a sexual assault perpetrated by the employee of a business, emotional distress caused by outrageous conduct, etc. An experienced attorney can assist you with understanding whether it is worth your time and effort to bring a case in such a situation.
Damon Young is a Peoria personal injury lawyer assisting those who have been the victim of an intentional tort. At your initial consultation, Damon will take the time to learn the specifics of your situation. He will give you an honest assessment as to whether a) you have a legitimate legal claim and b) whether you would potentially be able to recover damages. If the case is viable, Damon will assist you in attempting to reach a settlement. If an enforceable settlement is not possible then our firm will file a lawsuit on your behalf and will protect your rights throughout the process. We understand that this is a crucial time in your life and our firm will give your case the attention it both needs and deserves. Contact us online or by telephone today for an initial consultation.
Experienced injury attorney assisting Peoria victims of violent crimes
Few things can be as violating as being the victim of a violent crime. Our firm understands that such actions, by others, constitute extensive violations of dignity and personal autonomy. This understanding is why we strive to provide quality service to each of our clients. This includes promptly returning phone calls, quickly responding to messages, and making ourselves available to answer your questions. We are honored to serve our local community and this high level of service is our promise in each and every case we handle.
In addition to Peoria, our injury lawyer also serves clients in the Illinois cities of Bloomington, Eureka, Galesburg, Morton, Normal, Pekin, Springfield, and Washington.
