Intentional Injury
Definition:
Intentional injuries are injuries inflicted on a person on purpose. Intentional injuries could be self-inflicted or brought on by others, with the intentional of causing harm. Most often, abusers are close family or acquaintances, with women, children and elderly adults as targets. Some common intentional injuries are:
- False imprisonment
- Abuse
- Slander or defamation
- Emotional distress
- Assault
- Battery
Consequences of Intentional Injury:
Intentional injury cases are often difficult to prove. Most insurance policies exclude intentional injury cases from coverage. A general exception to this is for defamation, which most homeowners insurance policies provide coverage for.What a Lawyer can do for you:
Once the intentional injury has been investigated, a personal injury lawyer can take action on the case. A personal injury lawyer can help victims of intentional injuries hold the individuals responsible for causing the injury. A personal injury lawyer can help victims get the compensation they deserve for their lost wages, pain and suffering and medical bills.Lawyer Referral Service:
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