Legal Question in Personal Injury in Tennessee

Assault on a minor, by a minor

My 5 year old, 3'10", 45lb., son was picked up and thrown down on the ground by a neighbor that is 6" 300lb. The assailant is 14 years old. The wittnesses to the assault are all minors. My child has a broken arm, I have medical bills to pay, and no insurance. The police have made their report, and are calling it an accident!!! What legal recourse do I have?


Asked on 1/31/00, 12:50 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jes Beard Jes Beard, Attorney at Law

Re: Assault on a minor, by a minor

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The short answer is that the parents of the other child may be liable for up to $10,000 in damages under Tennessee law.

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Answered on 2/21/00, 11:02 pm


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