Transferred Intent
One of the major criteria for determining fault in a personal injury case is whether it was an intentional act or a failure to act that resulted in the injury in question. However, there are instances in which an innocent person is harmed because of intentional actions that are directed at another party. This is called transferred intent and it occurs whenever a defendant harms a third party unintentionally while attempting to harm someone else. In these instances, the harmed third party may be able to pursue compensation from the party responsible for his or her injury.
If you or a loved one has been harmed by someone who is attempting to harm another, you need to fight for financial compensation. Contact the Clearwater personal injury lawyers of the Law Offices of Tragos & Sartes, P.L., today at 727-441-9030 and schedule a free consultation with a qualified legal representative.
Transferred Intent Examples
Transferred intent can happen in many different ways. The following are examples where someone may be a victim of this type of negligence:
- If someone gets into a fight with another party and accidentally strikes an uninvolved person
- Someone shoots a gun and hits an innocent person by mistake
These are just a few examples of transferred intent. If you have been harmed because of someone else’s careless or reckless actions, contact a personal injury lawyer.
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To speak with a qualified attorney regarding your legal rights and options after an accident, contact the Clearwater personal injury lawyers of the Law Offices of Tragos & Sartes, P.L., today at 727-441-9030.
