Q: what type of attorney sues for premise liability, intentional infliction of emotional destress, assault and battery.

A: This case would be addressed by a personal injury attorney. Not all PI attorneys do this type of case.

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A: A personal injury attorney. When selecting a personal injury attorney, it’s important to assess their expertise, approach, and compatibility with your needs. Here are three good questions to ask:

1. What is your experience with cases similar to mine?

This helps you understand if the attorney has handled cases like yours (e.g., car accidents, slip-and-fall, wrongful death) and if they have a track record of success in obtaining favorable outcomes.

2. How do you structure your fees, and are there any upfront costs?

Personal injury attorneys typically work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if you win. Confirm the percentage they charge and ask if there are additional costs (like filing fees or expert witness expenses) that you might be responsible for.

3. What is your approach to communication and case updates?

Knowing how often you’ll receive updates and who will handle your case (the attorney or their staff) ensures you’re comfortable with their accessibility and transparency throughout the process.

A: An important question for you to answer when speaking with any attorney is, if those security guards were stalking you for over a year, why were you at that restaurant? Presumably, the security guards worked there. Security guards do not roam freely. They are typically assigned to a particular business or address. If you are suggesting that security guards follow you from place to place, then the question is why and who is paying for this surveillance, which is not cheap, especially for a year. Finally, if you were attacked, then the police should be called and a report made. Your case would be more believable if there was an arrest and prosecution.

A: Hi - Generally sounds like a "Personal Injury" case. Premises liability would be an issue in the case.

A: For the types of claims you're describing - premises liability, intentional infliction of emotional distress, assault, battery, and defamation - you'll want to seek out a personal injury attorney. Most personal injury lawyers handle these types of cases regularly, particularly those involving physical injuries and emotional damages from security guard misconduct.

Given the complexity of your situation involving multiple incidents over time, documented stalking, and potential defamation, you might benefit from consulting with a civil rights attorney as well. These lawyers often handle cases involving security guard overreach and violations of personal freedoms.

Consider reaching out to your local bar association for referrals to attorneys who have successfully handled similar cases against security companies and businesses. You may also want to look for law firms that focus on premises liability or civil rights violations, as they'll be familiar with both the personal injury aspects and the broader civil rights implications of your case.