What do I have to prove if I am a victim of assault or battery?

If you are the victim of an assault or battery you must prove that the person who struck you caused you to suffer an injury.

Also, depending on the situation, it may be necessary to prove that the person struck you:

• On purpose (intentional)
• Knowing they were likely to strike you, even that wasn’t their goal (reckless)
• Failed to realize they were likely to strike you, even though they should have (negligent)