Q: A lady just picks my child up forces hugs and kisses her, While supposed to be working and refuses to put her down until
second Time asked, can I sue the gas station for negligence or anything. Traumatic experiance for my daughter left her crying for an hour, and she's acted different all day now,this just happened last night. I honestly have been mentally affected by this happening to me and my child also I already worry alot and Is it possible to sue ExxonMobil, 10% winning fee for a good lawyer, and proof is on tape. Police report filed don't know what the next step is or what type of case this would be considered
A:
You personally are unlikely to have a viable claim without any physical injury to yourself. Claims for emotional distress alone are strongly disfavored by Virginia courts. While your child may technically have a claim you could pursue on her behalf, there does not appear to be any significant physical injury according to your description.
Good luck finding an attorney willing to pursue the claim, particularly for a 10% fee.
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