Jeff frequently visits the local bar on his way home from his second shift factory job. He and his coworkers will often have a beer or two before going home for the night. Jeff and his friends are anxious to arrive to the bar on this particular night due to his favorite NFL team playing. He hopes they will arrive to view the fourth quarter of the game. As he enters the bar, he notes a group of noisy, obnoxious rival fans that had one too many drinks. Jeff ask the group to quiet down so he could hear the game. He was immediately approached by the members of the group asking if they wanted to make an issue of the game. Before Jeff could answer, one member of the group throws a punch. Within minutes, a full bar brawl has ensued. Jeff ends up with a fractured skull, which has resulted in brain damage.
-Jeff will most likely file a _____ lawsuit against the offenders who injured him,which will not be difficult to win.

Question

Jeff frequently visits the local bar on his way home from his second shift factory job. He and his coworkers will often have a beer or two before going home for the night. Jeff and his friends are anxious to arrive to the bar on this particular night due to his favorite NFL team playing. He hopes they will arrive to view the fourth quarter of the game. As he enters the bar, he notes a group of noisy, obnoxious rival fans that had one too many drinks. Jeff ask the group to quiet down so he could hear the game. He was immediately approached by the members of the group asking if they wanted to make an issue of the game. Before Jeff could answer, one member of the group throws a punch. Within minutes, a full bar brawl has ensued.  Jeff ends up with a fractured skull, which has resulted in brain damage.
-Jeff will most likely file a _____ lawsuit against the offenders who injured him,which will not be difficult to win.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A civil lawsuit can be filed for personal injury and damages, which is what Jeff suffered in this situation. A criminal lawsuit would be brought forth by the government for the offenders violating criminal law, and a tort lawsuit would be filed for a wrongful act that caused harm or injury, but a civil lawsuit is the most appropriate option for Jeff in this case. A motion is a request made to the court for a specific action, but not a type of lawsuit.

Jeff Frequently Visits the Local Bar on His Way Home