Assault
and Battery are two different terms that are usually paired together.
But, these terms are the two sides of a same coin. When we talk about
the assault, it refers to an illegal as well as an intentional threat
to cause physical harm to someone. On the other hand, Battery is a
sort of intentional physical contact.
The
Law Office of Stephanie Ovadia
has years of experience in offering personal injury legal assistance
to its clients. Consulting a reputed attorney plays a pivotal role If
any of your loved one has become the victim of assault or battery. No
one should be physically assaulted.
In some
cases, Assault and battery is also the result of a domestic violence
when husbands beat up their wives. In our day to day life, we hear
many news about teens who get involved in a brawl. As per the
criminal law, both of these offences are very serious that can lead
to disastrous results. Both of these offenses are very serious and
can lead towards disastrous results. Serious legal outcomes of these
offences include:
- A Permanent criminal record
- Imprisonment
- Loss of legal right to carry arms
Liabilities
Toward The Victim
Those who
become the victim of assault and battery has the legal right to get
the proper compensation for their claims,depending on the severity as
well as the type of injury. In case of the physical injury, the
accused is forced to pay all the expenses to the victim of the
following damages such as:
- Physical harm
- Medical expenses
- Prescription drugs
- Long absences from work
Consult a
powerful attorney as soon as possible If you or anyone you know has
been victim of Assault And Battery. To get the maximum compensation
for your claims, it is advised to seek the legal services of an
attorney. They can help you with proper guidance about your rights
and your defense. When you become the victim of these offenses, don’t
hesitate to inform your local authorities. By gathering sufficient
evidence, they represent your case in the best possible way.
According
to the United States law, an individual may be charged with one of
the two crimes or charged with both at the same time, as both the
terms are closely associated. The major difference between the
crimes is whether the physical contact with the victim is made or
not.
There are
different levels of assault as well as battery. To commit assault
without committing battery is as possible as to commit battery
without assault. There are basically two forms of Assault. One is
assault and another one is aggravated assault.
Aggravated
assault refers to assaulting someone by using a deadly weapon, a
firearm or knife. All types of threats come under Assault. On the
contrary, Battery is usually categorized into various subcategories.
For example, some sexual crimes, including the domestic violence and
abuse may be considered forms of battery.
It is
recommended to seek legal defence whenever you are involved in such
crimes. Legal assistance of a knowledgeable attorney can help you to
win the case with the strong legal representation in the court.