Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

Prior Altercation Involved in Civil Litigation

Their teenage son physically threatened me;we had a shouting match and I punched him when he threatened to come after me.Can they bring this up after I sue them? This happened about 60 days ago;can they press charges for Battery now and/or file a suit for damages as a counter suit - or would they have to file a separate action? He wasn't injured.Can they get a monetary judgement from me?


Asked on 2/08/00, 2:40 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Ken Koury Kenneth P. Koury, Esq.

Re: Prior Altercation Involved in Civil Litigation

If you sue them they can bring it up in a cross-complaint. They can press charges but it is up to the city attorney whether or not the case will be filed. they can get a money judgment if they win. if you have homeowners insurance it may cover you if they do sue you.

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Answered on 2/10/00, 1:06 am
stan lieber law offices of stanley p. lieber

Re: Prior Altercation Involved in Civil Litigation

A city attorney would make the decision whether to prosecute or not. If not done already, they probally won't. If you sue, he probably will file a cross complaint. He can get a judgment against you if he can prove his case. Good luck.

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Answered on 2/12/00, 6:38 pm


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