Dallas Criminal Assault Victim Lawyer
Results-Oriented Legal Representation for Criminal Assault Victims in Texas
Whether you’re at a restaurant, at a shopping mall, at a public event, or even in your own apartment complex, being assaulted is an unexpected and traumatic event that comes with severe physical, emotional, and financial consequences. You have probably already spoken to law enforcement and filed a police report, and they may have arrested the perpetrator. However, if you have suffered serious injuries, you may be wondering how you will manage medical expenses, lost income from missed work, and other damages.
If you are a victim of criminal assault, you may be able to pursue compensation for your losses and should not wait to get legal advice. At Mathias Raphael PLLC Accident & Injury Lawyers, we can help you identify third parties who are potentially liable for the assault and your injuries. Our Dallas criminal assault victim attorneys are experienced and skilled advocates who can negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf and fight for you in court if necessary. Our goal is to help you secure the maximum compensation you are entitled to under the law, and we have a proven track record of delivering favorable results for our clients.
Were you recently assaulted and have questions about your rights and legal options? Call (469) 689-0200 or contact us online to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.
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Who Can Be Held Liable for a Texas Criminal Assault?
When it comes to liability, every assault is different. The third parties that may be liable will depend on where the assault took place and under what circumstances. Whether the assailant was an employee who was “on the clock” when the attack occurred and whether the assailant was intoxicated at the time of the incident are also factors that will need to be carefully investigated and documented. Our Dallas criminal assault victim lawyers are prepared to thoroughly evaluate what happened and determine who can be held accountable through civil legal action.
Depending on the facts of the case, any of the following parties could be potentially liable for a Texas criminal assault:
- The perpetrator. You have the right to sue your assailant for damages you suffered due to their criminal actions.
- Accomplices. People who assist, encourage, or facilitate the commission of the assault can also be potentially held accountable, even if they did not directly participate in the physical act.
- Employers. The employer of the assailant could be held liable if the assault was committed within the scope of their employment. This is often applicable in scenarios where the employer had prior knowledge of the employee's propensity for violence and failed to take appropriate preventative measures. Alternatively, if the assault occurred at work, your employer could be liable for negligent security if it can be proven they failed to take steps to maintain a reasonably safe working environment.
- Property owners. Owners of the premises where the assault took place might be held liable if it can be shown that they failed to implement adequate security measures despite being aware of a heightened risk of assault or other violent crimes.
- Event organizers and staff. If you were assaulted at a public event, its organizers and staff could be held liable if they neglected to address known risks or did not respond adequately to prevent foreseeable acts of violence.
- Security personnel. Security guards and private security companies can sometimes be held liable if they fail to sufficiently perform their duties, such as neglecting to intervene during an assault, failing to implement reasonable security plans at a property or event, or not following established security protocols.
- Alcohol-serving establishments. Bars, nightclubs, and other venues that serve alcohol can be held liable for criminal assault occurring on their premises. Under Texas law, these establishments have a duty to maintain a reasonably safe environment for patrons. Liability could arise if they overserve alcohol to a visibly intoxicated individual who subsequently commits an assault or if they fail to address aggressive behavior promptly.
- Parents or guardians. In certain situations, parents or legal guardians can be held liable for the actions of their minor children.
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My Assailant Wasn’t Convicted of Criminal Assault. Can I Still Sue to Recover Damages?
It does not necessarily matter if your assailant was not formally criminally charged, if the charges were dropped, or if they were ultimately acquitted in a criminal court. You still have the right to sue them (as well as other liable third parties) and seek damages.
The criminal justice system and the civil justice system operate independently, and the standards of proof required in each are different. In a criminal trial, the prosecution must prove your assailant’s guilt "beyond a reasonable doubt," which is a high standard to meet. However, in a civil lawsuit, you only need to prove your case by a "preponderance of the evidence," meaning it is more likely than not that the defendant is liable.
So, while a criminal conviction can make winning a civil lawsuit easier, it is not required to win a civil lawsuit and recover compensation. You do not have to wait for a criminal case to proceed, either. Our team at Mathias Raphael PLLC Accident & Injury Lawyers is happy to answer any questions you may have about the civil litigation process and how we can work to secure compensation after you suffer assault-related injuries.
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What Damages Can I Recover after Suffering Injuries in a Texas Criminal Assault?
If you have suffered injuries from a criminal assault in Texas, you may be entitled to recover various types of damages through a civil lawsuit. In most cases, the statute of limitations requires you to start the legal process within two years of the date you were assaulted. Otherwise, you may be barred from recovering compensation, so do not wait to explore your legal options.
Our Dallas criminal assault victim attorneys are ready to fight to recover just compensation for economic and non-economic damages, including:
- Medical bills
- Lost income and earning capacity
- Disfigurement
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
We want to help you get maximum compensation for your injuries after experiencing an assault. Our team doesn’t settle for less than expected, so schedule your free case evaluation today by calling (469) 689-0200 or contacting us online.
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