Massachusetts Criminal Conduct and Civil Remedies

Far too many people are the victims of crime in Massachusetts. The crimes of assault, battery, rape, just to name a few, occur far too often. Here is an example: someone pouches you in the face. Following this crime, you may need to seek medical treatment which means you will have to pay for said treatment, and, you may also miss time from work. In order to be compensated for these and other losses, you may need to sue your assailant(s) in civil court.

Some common civil causes of action which can spring from criminal conduct are negligent security, negligent hiring and supervision, and negligent/intentional infliction of emotional distress.

Therefore, be aware that criminal acts in Massachusetts can also lead to civil liability on the part of the assailant(s).

Nearly twenty years ago when I opened my practice I decided to dedicate my career to advancing the rights of injury victims against powerful insurance companies. Personally, I find great satisfaction in helping good and honest people who have been wronged due to no fault of their own. I am really proud to have earned our clients’ hard-earned trust by running a law firm our clients can always count on to do the right thing.