Asked by Sailesh magar on May 01, 2024
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"In order for a person to successfully sue for an assault and battery, damage or injury must be demonstrated." Comment on the accuracy of that statement.
Assault and Battery
Involves engaging in an act that intends to cause fear of harmful or offensive contact combined with an actual act of causing such contact.
Injury
Damage or harm caused to the structure or function of the body caused by an external force.
- Interpret the legal rules governing assault, battery, defamation, and false imprisonment.
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Zybrea KnightMay 05, 2024
Final Answer :
It is not necessary for injury or damage to be present in an action of assault and battery.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the legal rules governing assault, battery, defamation, and false imprisonment.