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Being the victim of an assault or battery can be a painful, traumatic, and financially devastating experience. You may want to consult a lawyer and file an assault lawsuit to get compensation for your injuries.
However, the court system may not move as fast as you’d like, potentially causing you to experience money problems on top of everything else you’re dealing with. Pre-settlement funding gives you the money you need to cover your expenses while you wait for your case to resolve. That way, you can focus on getting well and securing the best possible legal outcome.
Key Takeaways
- As the victim of an assault or battery, it makes sense to seek compensation from the guilty party.
- Assault and battery lawsuits can take a long time to finalize, potentially causing prolonged stress and financial hardship.
- Securing pre-settlement funding can help you make ends meet while your case goes through the legal system.
- Getting a lawsuit loan through USClaims is a straightforward process, and you may receive your funding in as little as 24 business hours.*
- Your lawsuit loan is risk-free. If you don’t win your case, you don’t have to repay the cash advance.
What Is an Intentional Tort?
Intentional torts are cases that result from someone purposely causing harm to another.[1] This could be an act that wasn’t meant to go as far as it did (i.e., a prank that was meant to be harmless but instead resulted in serious injury), or it could be an act in which someone maliciously planned to hurt someone else.
When it comes to officially identifying and classifying what is considered an intentional tort, this can sometimes be complex, as it may vary by state, and there may be various state laws that define intentional torts. Some examples of what could be classified as intentional torts may include, but not be limited to:[1]
- Assault
- Battery
- Privacy invasion
- False imprisonment
- Defamation
- Fraud
- Intentional infliction of emotional distress
- Intentional trespass on real or personal property
- Conversion (theft)
These are just some of the many examples of what may be classified as intentional torts.
Out of all the different acts that may be classified as intentional torts, battery is the most common intentional tort.[2] This can include any level of unwanted physical contact, including stabbings, shootings, use of aggressive force, unwanted sexual touching, and so on.
Assault is another common type of intentional tort. Assault is when someone intentionally tries or threatens to cause harm to another person. Unlike battery, assault doesn’t require physical contact. But even without being touched, the person on the receiving end may still experience serious emotional distress from the threat or attempted harm.[2]
Sometimes, there is a thin line between what is considered an accidental injury and intentional tort, because on the surface, two cases may appear almost identical. However, the defendant’s intentions may ultimately be what defines a case as an accident or intentional.
Let’s take a car accident as an example. Car accidents happen all the time and for different reasons. Sometimes, negligent drivers are to blame. They might be speeding or distracted while driving, and these negligent actions cause a devastating accident that kills another driver. While the negligent driver was certainly in the wrong and a lawsuit may result, they did not intend to or plan to kill anyone.
An intentional tort involving a car accident, on the other hand, may involve a driver who intentionally kills someone else with their car. This could be an act of road rage or a planned action against someone they know personally. The bottom line is that in this case, it was not an accident, and the victim’s family may be able to pursue an assault lawsuit.
How Much Money Can You Sue for in an Assault Lawsuit?
Average assault settlements vary based on several factors (more on those below) and the source you consult. However, here are some general figures by assault type:[4]
- Verbal assault: $30,000-$150,000
- Domestic assault: $50,000-$150,000
- Aggravated assault: $250,000-$1,000,000
- Assault with a deadly weapon, which is a type of aggravated assault: $100,000-$500,000
- Sexual assault: $200,000-$2,500,000
Each case is unique, which contributes to the broad settlement amounts; however, consider the following elements that can contribute to your total compensation:[5]
- Medical expenses and rehabilitation: Any medical expenses that you incurred as a result of the incident and ongoing rehabilitation. Your compensation should also include future expenses, which would require that your doctor identify the ongoing treatment that you would need.
- Pain and suffering: This is a broad term and can impact your compensation a great deal. “Pain and suffering” includes emotional trauma, depression, and even post-traumatic stress disorder sustained from the event.
- Loss of income and future loss of earnings: There is the immediate loss of income that you experienced from missing work due to your injuries. However, if a resulting injury prevents you from doing your job that you had prior to the incident, then that would be calculated into your compensation as well.
- Punitive damages: If the defendant acted with “malice,” then a court may also award you punitive damages. That may impact the final judgment amount as well as a potential settlement amount.
- Legal fees: Legal fees in an intentional tort case are generally contingent on a successful outcome. If your case isn’t successful, then you don’t owe the attorney anything.[6]
If you choose to settle your assault and battery lawsuit, any one of these factors could impact the amount of the settlement. Settlements can vary widely, and the larger settlements are generally those where one has suffered significant injury. This means that settlements could be in the tens of thousands, multiple six figures, or even multiple seven figures, depending on the facts of your case.[4]
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How Does Suing for Assault and Battery Work?
In the context of personal injury law, “assault” and “battery” are intentional torts that can form the basis of a lawsuit in civil court. In a typical case, the victim of an assault and/or battery sues the offender, seeking compensation for injuries and other negative effects (“damages” in the language of the law) resulting from the incident.
Cases involving assault and battery, however, are not always easy to prove and can take time, involve expert testimony, gathering of surveillance footage, and even third-party witnesses to achieve a successful outcome.
Below are the steps you can expect to take in the assault lawsuit process:
Make Sure You’re Within the Statute of Limitations
One of the first steps in working towards a successful assault and battery lawsuit is making sure that the statute of limitations does not prevent the filing of the lawsuit. The statute of limitations varies from state to state, ranging from one year to several years.[7]
If you don’t bring your case to court within the given statute of limitations, then your rightful claim is barred permanently. If you are considering a lawsuit, then it is essential that you speak to an attorney as soon as possible to properly file.
Hire an Attorney
While you can represent yourself in court, a knowledgeable and skilled attorney can help you navigate the complexities of the legal system and get the compensation you deserve. You also need an attorney to apply for pre-settlement funding.
Gather Evidence of the Intentional Tort
Your lawsuit might involve assault, battery, or assault and battery. As a reminder, assault is the threat of violence that makes you fearful of harm, such as someone making a punching motion toward you or pointing a gun at you. Battery is an act that requires actual physical contact, such as being punched or struck with a weapon.[8] Both events can be challenging to prove when it’s your word against the other party’s. You need evidence that supports your claim to convince the court that you’re entitled to damages. Here are some examples of evidence that can help you substantiate your account of the other party’s behavior:[9]
- Video footage
- Audio recordings
- Photographs
- Witness statements
- Physical evidence, such as property damage or blood-stained clothing
- Digital evidence, such as social media posts, text messages, or emails
- Documentation from a doctor to prove the extent of your injuries
File a Civil Complaint
If you want to seek damages from the responsible party, you must file a civil complaint with the court. Your attorney will prepare and submit the required paperwork. Your lawyer will also guide you through the discovery phase, which is the part of the legal process where attorneys from both sides try to learn everything possible about the case.
Depending on the complexity of your case, the discovery phase can take a long time to complete. Obtaining a lawsuit loan puts money in your pocket to cover your essential expenses while you wait for your case to move through the legal process.
Attempt to Settle
Your attorney will try to negotiate a settlement deal with the other party to avoid having to go through a lengthy trial process. They will ask for an amount that adequately covers your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related damages.
If both sides can agree on a settlement amount, the assault lawsuit will come to a close. At this point, the plaintiff receives their payout and compensates their attorney for their services. If you took out pre-settlement funding, it’s also at this point that you would repay the funding company.
Go to Trial
If the other party is unwilling to offer a reasonable settlement amount, your case will have to go to trial. During the proceedings, a jury will hear your complaint, determine fault, and stipulate the amount of compensation you’ll receive (if they find the other party is at fault).
When an Intentional Tort Lawsuit Loan Might Make Sense
If being a victim of an assault or battery (or both) has put you in a difficult financial position, applying for a lawsuit loan may make sense. For instance, if you were injured in an assault and couldn’t work, your bills would likely pile up fast, potentially leading to eviction, foreclosure, vehicle repossession, or significant credit score damage.
Pre-settlement funding is the opportunity to receive a portion of your expected settlement in advance. This financial breathing room gives your attorney the opportunity to concentrate on getting the best possible outcome for your lawsuit. Securing an assault lawsuit loan may be especially important if your case takes a long time to resolve, which can happen if it goes to trial or involves a criminal appeal.
Benefits of Getting Assault and Battery Pre-Settlement Funding
Getting assault and battery lawsuit funding has a lot of perks. One of the biggest benefits is that the pre-settlement funding process is straightforward and often fast – putting money in your bank account in as little as 24 business hours.* Here are some of the other significant benefits:
Pay Your Bills and Stay Out of Debt
A lawsuit loan gives you the money you need to pay your bills on time while you wait for your case to be resolved. That way, you won’t have to worry about credit score damage or having to incur expensive debt to make ends meet.
USClaims offers funding from $500 to $1,000,000, so you have ample funds to cover your day-to-day expenses.
Don’t Have to Rush into a Low Settlement Offer
If money is tight, you may be tempted to accept the first (often lowball) settlement offer you receive. A lawsuit loan takes financial worry off the table, empowering you to wait for a deal that fairly compensates you for what you went through.
Nonrecourse Means No Risk
You don’t take on any risk when you obtain a lawsuit loan. Pre-settlement funding is nonrecourse, which means you don’t have to repay the cash advance unless you win your case.
No Limitations on How You Use the Funds
You can use funds from USClaims however you see fit. Many plaintiffs use their lawsuit loan to cover their:
- Mortgage or rent
- Utility bills
- Car payments
- Insurance premiums
- Minimum debt payments
- Groceries
- Medical expenses
However, you’ll never need to show us receipts of how you spent the money.
Don’t Worry About Monthly Payments
With a traditional loan, you must make monthly payments, which can make a tight budget even tighter. However, pre-settlement funding isn’t a traditional loan.
You’ll repay USClaims in a lump sum with the proceeds from your settlement. Plus, you’ll never have to pay more than twice the advanced amount,** which means you’ll get to keep more of the much-deserved compensation you receive.
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Where USClaims Provides Funding
We can help plaintiffs in 45 out of 50 states. However, due to state laws, we’re unfortunately unable to issue lawsuit loans in Arkansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Montana, West Virginia, and Washington, D.C.
Contact USClaims for Intentional Tort Lawsuit Funding Today
If you’re the victim of an assault, the last thing you need is to be worried about money. Unfortunately, though, your case could drag on for longer than expected, potentially leaving you in a challenging financial position.
Pre-settlement funding can help reduce your stress level by putting the money you need in your bank account while you wait for your assault lawsuit to resolve.
Contact us to start the application process today.
Assault and Battery Lawsuit FAQs
How Much Is An Assault And Battery Case Worth?
Your assault and battery case could be worth anywhere from tens of thousands of dollars to millions of dollars.[4] The amount you receive will be based on the severity of your injuries, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other case details.[5]
How Long Will My Assault And Battery Case Take?
Your assault and battery case could take months or even years to resolve. Factors that influence lawsuit length include case complexity and how difficult it is to gather evidence, including cooperative witnesses.[11]
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Disclaimer: Throughout this website, the term “loan” may be used for convenience to describe pre-settlement funding. However, such transactions are not loans in the legal sense. Repayment is strictly contingent upon the successful resolution of your case. If your case is unsuccessful, no repayment is required. Common terms like “lawsuit loan” are used colloquially but misrepresent the nonrecourse nature of pre-settlement funding.
*Funding subject to approval. We typically fund within 24 business-day hours after we receive a fully-executed contract. Additional restrictions may apply.
**2X CAP may not be applicable for all types of cases and/or jurisdictions.
