Search Forums
Here is what went down yesterday i was at a zellers and some wise guy punched me in the back.It was not all that hard but i have a bad back as it is and this punch did not help at all.The thing that got me is i fell down as i got up he is looking right at me with a little smile.Does any know if legal action can be taken in a case like this.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 11:43 AM #1Permanently Banned
- Join Date
- Oct 4th, 2006
- Posts
- 1,710
Legal action question
LOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked hightechfan for this post.
-
Sponsored Links - Join the RedFlagDeals.com community and remove this ad.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 11:45 AM #2
[QUOTE=hightechfan;4353456]Here is what went down yesterday i was at a zellers and some wise guy punched me in the back.It was not all that hard but i have a bad back as it is and this punch did not help at all.The thing that got me is i fell down as i got up he is looking right at me with a little smile.Does any know if legal action can be taken in a case like this.[/QUOTE]
Sure, it's assault!LOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked nighthawk26 for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 11:55 AM #3
I'd file a police report about this. Make sure you tell the police that you will gladly testify. Nothing much will happen to the guy, probably just a fine.
LOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked dealguy2 for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 11:57 AM #4
Was the punch provoked? And what was your response? You need to tell more info than that to determine whether legal action is possible, and given that, you should talk to a lawyer if you think you have a case.
_______________HEATWARE AT 64 - 0 -0 PM for detailsEbay Feedback 170 and counting PM for detailsLOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked squall458 for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 12:07 PM #5Jr. Member
- Join Date
- Oct 4th, 2004
- Posts
- 100
haha, so you were at Zellers, and some random guy just came and punched you in the back?
LOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked moyboy for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 12:35 PM #6
[QUOTE=squall458;4353530]Was the punch provoked? And what was your response? You need to tell more info than that to determine whether legal action is possible, and given that, you should talk to a lawyer if you think you have a case.[/QUOTE]
It doesn't matter whether it was provoked or not. Report it to the police. If they can track the guy down (do you know his name?), then they will charge him with assault. It's a criminal offence and will result in more than just a fine.
Don't waste your time and money speaking with a lawyer, that's just dumb! You do not need a lawyer, the police will take care of everything for you. File a report and the police will arrest the guy._______________
Toronto Maple Leafs tickets for sale. PM me for detailsLOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked Shaner for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 12:55 PM #7Permanently Banned
[OP]
- Join Date
- Oct 4th, 2006
- Posts
- 1,710
I really do not want to talk to a lawer about this.This guy is known for this type of stuff.No it was not provoked at all i was just looking at the movies and walks by and punches me.Once i did get up he gave a smile.I really did not say anything.
LOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked hightechfan for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 02:36 PM #8
that's so random that its almost funny
I'm sorry to hear you got punched but...you were just standing and a guy punched you in the back?? picturing something like this makes me laugh.
although you should report it and I hope they catch the bastard.
good luck.LOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked jadoocian for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 03:02 PM #9
[QUOTE=hightechfan;4353864]I really do not want to talk to a lawer about this.This guy is known for this type of stuff.No it was not provoked at all i was just looking at the movies and walks by and punches me.Once i did get up he gave a smile.I really did not say anything.[/QUOTE]
You do NOT need to speak with a lawyer. That will do you absolutely no good in this case. I can't believe someone even suggested that. It just goes to show that you shoudn't come to a site filled with 16 year olds and ask important questions.
Go the police station (don't call them, this isn't an emergency of any kind), file a report. Provided there's no reason not to believe you, they'll likely go arrest the guy within hours of you filing the report. They'll also go to the store and get a copy of the surveillance tapes that recorded the incident (if applicable). If it's on tape, this will be the end of your involvement. The guy will have no choice but to plead guilty and you wont' be forced to testify. If it's not on tape, you may have to testify in court on a future date, although it's very likely the guy will just plead guilty since it's not a serious offence.
As for what will happen to the guy. He'll likely be released on an undertaking forbidding him to have any contact with you, keep the peace, stay away from drugs and alcohol, etc. It's basically a restraining order, but you don't have to get it yourself, the police will do it for you.
I suggest going to file that report ASAP though. The longer you wait, the more your credibility will be hurt._______________
Toronto Maple Leafs tickets for sale. PM me for detailsLOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked Shaner for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 03:08 PM #10
[QUOTE=hightechfan;4353864]I really do not want to talk to a lawer about this.This guy is known for this type of stuff.No it was not provoked at all i was just looking at the movies and walks by and punches me.Once i did get up he gave a smile.I really did not say anything.[/QUOTE]
What?! Do you know this person? Is something wrong with him? Is he some kind of known bully? How could you just let him punch you and not even say a word.LOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked mochachicka for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 03:41 PM #11
[QUOTE=Shaner]You do NOT need to speak with a lawyer. That will do you absolutely no good in this case. I can't believe someone even suggested that. It just goes to show that you shoudn't come to a site filled with 16 year olds and ask important questions.
[/QUOTE]
well technically I think the puncher is legally absolved of any liability if he mentions the phase "punch buggy" immediately prior to the punch. precedents have been set. maybe that's why he was smiling?
or, was he making a circle with his thumb and index finger just prior to the infraction?_______________
Back for a limited engagement.LOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked 15-20_God for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 03:57 PM #12Permanently Banned
[OP]
- Join Date
- Oct 4th, 2006
- Posts
- 1,710
He is alwas in some sort of trouble.I do know he is about 21 and lives at home with his parents.I do not know him but i do know where he lives.Due to this i have to have more treatment done on my back i am thiking of talking to his parents and say if they pay for the treatment i will not go the legal route.
LOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked hightechfan for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 04:10 PM #13
I am confused partner.
1)Either you did something to provoke this, or
2)You enjoy taking random shots, or
3)You are too scared to pursue this guy, or
4)This post is comprised of utter BSLOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked direct-x for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 04:40 PM #14
[QUOTE=Shaner;4353736]It doesn't matter whether it was provoked or not. Report it to the police. If they can track the guy down (do you know his name?), then they will charge him with assault. It's a criminal offence and will result in more than just a fine.
Don't waste your time and money speaking with a lawyer, that's just dumb! You do not need a lawyer, the police will take care of everything for you. File a report and the police will arrest the guy.[/QUOTE]
Trust me a fine is all the guy will get. I had my faced smashed in by a guy when I was young. He wasn't a young offender and had a criminal record and the judge gave him a $1000 fine. He even got to negotiate how he would pay said fine. Still worthwhile reporting however.LOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked dealguy2 for this post.
-
Dec 18th, 2006 05:32 PM #15Permanently Banned
[OP]
- Join Date
- Oct 4th, 2006
- Posts
- 1,710
[QUOTE=direct-x;4355132]I am confused partner.
1)Either you did something to provoke this, or
2)You enjoy taking random shots, or
3)You are too scared to pursue this guy, or
4)This post is comprised of utter BS[/QUOTE]
Why would i make this up.Trust me i am not scared to go after this guy what is the right way is the question.I do not put alot into the ploice as they have let me down before.Did you reaf my first post i was looking at the movies and the guy punched my back i have a bad back as it is and i feel to the ground.There was nothing i could have done to stop it.No i did not do anything to provoke him.LOG IN TO THANK No one has yet thanked hightechfan for this post.
