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    Default Assaulted by Business Owner on Its Premises

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: Virginia

    I was assulted by the owner of a business on it's premises. I have already filed a report with the police.

    I was wondering if I could pursue any civil charges? And if so what kind of lawyer I should see? I wasn't seriously injured in the encounter, if that helps*

    If someone could steer me in the right direction-I'd be greatful!

    Thank you in advance!

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    Default Re: Assaulted by Business Owner on Its Premises

    Your every day, garden variety, personal injury lawyer is the one to see.

    Unfortunately, if you weren't seriously injured, there's not a lot of money in it for a "good" lawyer so you'll probably be relegated to the lawyers that advertise on TV who do a large volume of small claims and churn out quick settlements. And you'll give a third of the settlement to the lawyer.

    On the other hand, Virginia small claims court limit is $5000 so you can sue the guy without a lawyer and see how well you do.

    If you go that route I suggest you name him as an individual as well as naming his business. You can find the correct name on the Secretary of State's website where businesses are registered.

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    If the biggest thing that was injured was your dignity, consider small claims court.

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