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Justia Legal Resources: Personal Injury Law Center

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Acts charged as crimes, such as assault and battery , also may result in personal injury lawsuits. A prosecutor must prove a criminal charge beyond a reasonable doubt. A plaintiff bringing a civil claim based on an intentional tort still may prevail even if the defendant was not convicted of a crime.

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Justia Legal Guides: Child Safety Center

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Even if a prosecutor does not charge a perpetrator, parents may be able to bring a civil claim. A parent may want to consult a personal injury lawyer , who can provide advice on whether they may have a claim, whom they might be able to sue, and the compensation that they could potentially recover.

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What Your Legal Website Says About Your Law Firm

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Your potential clients probably aren’t lawyers and might not know the difference between a personal injury lawyer handling car accident cases and a criminal defense attorney offering D.U.I. To someone outside of the legal industry, these both might fall under the heading of “motor vehicle lawyers.”

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When Should a Lawyer Hire a Private Eye?

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To Strengthen a Criminal Defense Case A defense attorney should investigate the case as thoroughly as the prosecutor. A lawyer may bring on a PI to find witnesses and other evidence that will help the defense team get their client acquitted. Private eyes work with many different types of lawyers.

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