Encino Domestic Violence Lawyer

Domestic Violence & Personal Injury Law in Encino, CA

Domestic violence injuries can qualify for a personal injury claim when an abuser’s actions cause harm and loss to the victim. California law allows survivors to bring civil cases against their abusers in addition to any criminal charges the abuser may face. Through a personal injury lawsuit, victims can hold perpetrators accountable for their harmful actions while seeking financial compensation for their injuries.

Pursuing a personal injury claim provides a broader form of justice, as it focuses on addressing the tangible and intangible losses victims have endured rather than solely penalizing the abuser under criminal law.

Domestic Violence Injury Cases We Handle 

Domestic violence can take many forms, some of which cause visible physical harm while others leave emotional and psychological scars. Common examples of injuries and attacks we handle include the following. 

• Physical assault: Injuries caused by hitting, kicking, choking, or other acts of violence that result in bruises, fractures, concussions, deep lacerations, or other bodily damage.
• Sexual assault: Unwanted sexual acts or coercion leading to physical injuries or emotional trauma.
• Psychological abuse: Emotional manipulation, verbal threats, or harassment that leads to anxiety, depression, or PTSD.
• Restraining freedom or financial control: Situations where the abuser isolates the victim or limits their access to resources, causing financial and emotional strain.
• Burns or scarring: Physical attacks with objects like cigarettes, irons, boiling water, or corrosive substances, leading to permanent injuries.

What You Must Prove in an Encino Domestic Violence Injury Claim

For a domestic violence injury to fall under personal injury law, certain elements must be proven.

• Intent and liability: Evidence must show that the abuser’s intentional actions directly caused you harm. Negligence may also play a role if the injuries occurred due to careless or reckless behavior.
• Evidence of harm: You must demonstrate the physical, emotional, or financial injuries endured as a result of the abuser’s actions. This can include medical records, psychological evaluations, or financial documents.
• Relationship between the parties: Courts will examine the nature of the relationship, as domestic violence often occurs between spouses, intimate partners, family members, or cohabitants.

Solid evidence, such as photographs of severe injuries, witness statements, or documented police reports, is essential to building a cohesive personal injury case.

Compensation in Encino Domestic Violence Injury Claims

Victims of domestic violence may be entitled to compensation for a variety of damages.

• Medical expenses: Covers emergency treatment, surgeries, therapy, or medication required to address injuries resulting from abuse.
• Lost wages: Reimbursement for missed work or diminished earning capacity due to physical or psychological harm.
• Pain and suffering: Compensation for emotional and physical distress caused by the abuse.
• Property damage: Recovers costs for damaged belongings resulting from violent incidents.
• Punitive damages: Additional compensation may be awarded to punish particularly outrageous or malicious actions by the abuser.

These damages are intended to help victims regain stability and rebuild their lives in the wake of violence and trauma.

Your safety comes first. Let us help you take legal action and seek compensation. Contact us now at (213) 996-0529 to get started.