assault and battery

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Attention will now turn to a civil lawsuit filed by Mr Neely's father, who is seeking damages for alleged civil assault and battery.

From BBC

The suit, which alleges among other things civil rights violations, assault and battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress, seeks a jury trial and unspecified damages.

From Seattle Times

Nazario was allowed to present claims under state law of false imprisonment and assault and battery to a jury, the judge ruled.

From Seattle Times

Nazario can present claims under state law of false imprisonment and assault and battery to a jury, the judge ruled.

From Seattle Times

The family’s lawyer announced earlier this month that they are suing the city for $50 million in a wrongful death lawsuit claiming gross negligence, assault and battery, and more.

From Seattle Times