Seeking Recovery After a Bar Fight Injury

A night out with friends should be, and often is, a fun time to connect with those you care about. Yet there are unfortunately times when a night out ends with a trip to the emergency room. Sometimes this is due to bar fights, nightlife altercations in public establishments can and do happen in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

If you were hurt in a bar fight, you may wonder whether you can pursue compensation for your injuries. In many cases the answer is yes, financial relief is possible. To consider paths forward, have a conversation with a Bucks County personal injury attorney.

Harm from Fight Injuries

Bar fight injuries can be sustained in alcohol-fueled arguments, individuals being caught in someone else’s altercation, or due to negligent security concerns. Whether you were intentionally attacked or simply injured as a bystander, gather evidence quickly. Photos of injuries, medical records, and contact information from witnesses can support an injury claim should you choose to file one.

In Pennsylvania, liability can extend beyond the person who physically hurt you. For example, if a bar serves an already intoxicated person who later assaulted someone, that bar may share responsibility. Similarly, in New Jersey, bar owners and staff have a legal duty to keep patrons safe. If they fail to control unruly guests or don’t intervene when violence escalates, they may be held accountable.

The harm sustained in a bar fight can range from mild to life-altering. Some examples of bar fight injuries:

• Concussions from being punched or knocked to the ground
• Lacerations from broken glass
• Broken bones from falls or direct hits
• Internal injuries from being kicked or struck

In one Bucks County case, a man sustained a broken nose after being attacked by another bar patron who had been visibly intoxicated. The injured man pressed charges and pursued a civil injury claim, against both the assailant and the establishment that over-served him.

The Financial Toll of a Bar Fight Injury

Medical bills can pile up quickly after a violent altercation. Ambulance rides, emergency room visits, X-rays, surgery, and physical therapy are all common. While these are important supports for physical recovery, they can also be costly. Additionally, some victims may be unable to work during recovery, adding lost wages to the financial strain. In some cases, emotional trauma and long-term psychological effects like anxiety or PTSD may also require treatment and deserve compensation.

If your injury was caused by someone else’s reckless or violent actions (or if the bar or venue failed to provide adequate security) you may be able to file a personal injury claim. After being hurt in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, know that a skilled Bucks County personal injury attorney can help you determine who is liable and fight for the compensation you need to heal and put an injurious event in the past.

Is the owner of the establishment you were hurt at to blame for your bar fight injury? Lean on the expertise of the skilled legal team at Kevin L. Hand, P.C. Call 215-515-2604 today.