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McGuire Law

Irmo Assault and Intentional Torts Personal Injury Attorney

Assault and battery injuries in Irmo, South Carolina create physical and emotional trauma demanding legal accountability beyond criminal prosecution—when someone intentionally attacks you at a bar near Lake Murray, injures you during a dispute in an Irmo neighborhood, or commits intentional acts causing harm, South Carolina law provides civil remedies recovering damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and punitive damages punishing wrongdoers.

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Attorney Matt McGuire

Whether you were assaulted at an establishment with inadequate security, battered during a domestic violence incident, falsely imprisoned, or suffered any intentional tort in Irmo or surrounding Lexington and Richland Counties, these civil cases proceed separately from criminal prosecutions holding perpetrators financially accountable regardless of whether district attorneys pursue charges.

Irmo's mix of Lake Murray entertainment venues, residential neighborhoods, and commercial areas along St. Andrews Road creates settings where intentional torts occur—bar fights, domestic violence, assault by strangers, or intentional infliction of emotional distress—yet victims often don't realize civil lawsuits can recover compensation beyond whatever criminal courts impose. Matt McGuire has represented assault and intentional tort victims throughout Irmo and South Carolina for over three decades, pursuing maximum damages from attackers, their insurers, and negligent businesses who failed to protect you.

The Legal Expertise of McGuire Law

Intentional tort claims require attorneys who understand both civil liability and the interplay with criminal proceedings, pursuing all defendants responsible for your injuries.

Civil Assault & Battery Authority

Over three decades recovering compensation for assault and battery victims through civil lawsuits separate from criminal prosecution. We pursue perpetrators, businesses, and insurers for maximum recovery.

Negligent Security Claims

When Irmo businesses fail to provide adequate security and you're assaulted on their premises, we hold property owners accountable for foreseeable violence they should have prevented.

Punitive Damages Expertise

Intentional torts justify punitive damages under South Carolina law. We aggressively pursue these additional damages to punish wrongdoers and deter similar conduct.

Multiple Defendant Strategy

We identify all liable parties—individual attackers, negligent businesses, security companies, and insurers—maximizing compensation sources for Irmo assault victims.

Emotional Distress Documentation

PTSD, anxiety, and psychological trauma from intentional attacks require expert documentation. We retain mental health professionals to establish full emotional damages.

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Types of Intentional Torts We Handle

From assault and battery to false imprisonment, we represent Irmo victims of all intentional acts causing physical or emotional harm.

Assault

Creating reasonable apprehension of imminent harmful or offensive contact through threats, gestures, or actions that make you fear physical harm.

Battery

Intentional harmful or offensive physical contact without consent causing injury, pain, or offense—the physical act following an assault.

False Imprisonment

Restraining someone's freedom of movement without legal justification or consent, including wrongful detentions by security or store personnel.

Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress

Extreme and outrageous conduct intentionally or recklessly causing severe emotional trauma—beyond ordinary insults or rudeness.

Defamation

False statements published to third parties causing reputational harm, including libel (written) and slander (spoken) damaging your standing in the Irmo community.

Invasion of Privacy

Violating reasonable expectations of privacy through intrusion, public disclosure of private facts, or misappropriation of your name or likeness.

Civil vs. Criminal Proceedings

Civil lawsuits for intentional torts proceed separately from criminal prosecution. You can recover compensation even if prosecutors decline to file charges or defendants are acquitted.

McGuire Law's Core Values

Assault victims suffer physical injuries and lasting psychological trauma. Our representation focuses on full recovery—financial, physical, and emotional.

Immediate Evidence Preservation

We act quickly to document injuries, identify witnesses, preserve surveillance footage, and collect evidence before it disappears—building the strongest possible case.

All Responsible Parties Pursued

Individual attackers may lack assets, but businesses, property owners, and insurers often share liability. We identify every source of compensation for Irmo assault victims.

Criminal Proceeding Coordination

We coordinate civil claims with criminal prosecutions, using criminal proceedings strategically while pursuing independent civil recovery regardless of criminal case outcomes.

Trauma-Informed Representation

Understanding that assault causes psychological harm beyond physical injuries, we approach cases with sensitivity while aggressively pursuing maximum compensation.

Punitive Damage Pursuit

Intentional wrongdoing justifies punitive damages in South Carolina. We build cases demonstrating willful, wanton, or reckless conduct demanding punishment.

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Common Assault Scenarios in Irmo & Lake Murray

Understanding where intentional torts commonly occur helps victims identify all potentially liable parties beyond individual attackers.

Bar & Restaurant Assaults

Lake Murray establishments where bouncers use excessive force, patrons attack others, or inadequate security fails to prevent foreseeable violence.

Domestic Violence Incidents

Battery, false imprisonment, and emotional distress claims in Irmo homes separate from criminal prosecution—holding abusers financially accountable.

Road Rage Assaults

Traffic disputes on St. Andrews Road, Lake Murray Boulevard, or Irmo neighborhoods escalating into intentional violence causing injuries.

Workplace Violence

Assaults by employees, customers, or third parties at Irmo businesses where employers failed to provide safe working environments.

Nightclub Security Negligence

Entertainment venues along Harbison Boulevard or near Lake Murray where inadequate security allows attacks on patrons.

Neighbor Disputes

Irmo subdivision conflicts escalating into assault, battery, trespass, or intentional infliction of emotional distress requiring civil action.

The McGuire Law Difference

Intentional tort cases require strategic thinking about liability, insurance coverage, and criminal proceeding coordination. Matt McGuire has represented assault victims since 1993, understanding how to maximize recovery from all available sources while guiding victims through trauma.

Three Decades Pursuing Intentional Tort Claims

Over 30 years recovering compensation for assault and intentional tort victims throughout South Carolina, from bar fights to complex negligent security cases against major businesses.

Immediate Investigation Response

We document injuries, secure surveillance footage, interview witnesses, and preserve evidence within hours of attacks—before critical proof disappears.

Insurance Coverage Expertise

We identify coverage sources including homeowner's insurance, business liability policies, and umbrella coverage—attacking exclusions that insurers use to deny intentional tort claims.

Lexington County Court Knowledge

Familiar with Lexington County judges, procedures, and opposing counsel. This local knowledge provides strategic advantages for Irmo assault victims pursuing civil claims.

Maximum Recovery Focus

We pursue compensatory damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering—plus punitive damages to punish intentional wrongdoing and deter future attacks.

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Damages Available in Intentional Tort Claims

Intentional torts justify substantial compensation including punitive damages not available in negligence cases.

Compensatory Damages

  • Medical expenses including emergency care, ongoing treatment, therapy, and future medical costs
  • Lost wages from missed work during recovery and reduced earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering for physical pain, emotional distress, anxiety, and PTSD
  • Permanent scarring and disfigurement from facial injuries, burns, or wounds

Additional Damages

  • Punitive damages to punish willful, wanton, or reckless conduct—often exceeding compensatory damages
  • Loss of enjoyment of life when injuries prevent participation in activities
  • Loss of consortium claims by spouses for destroyed marital relationships
  • Attorney fees potentially recoverable in some intentional tort cases

No Cap on Punitive Damages

South Carolina has no statutory cap on punitive damages in intentional tort cases. We pursue maximum punitive awards to punish wrongdoers and deter similar conduct.

Defendant Identification & Liability

Individual attackers often lack assets to pay judgments. We identify all parties whose negligence contributed to your assault.

Individual Perpetrators

The person who committed assault, battery, or other intentional torts bears primary liability for all damages caused.

Business Liability

Establishments that negligently hired violent employees, failed to provide adequate security, or over-served alcohol contributing to attacks.

Premises Liability

Irmo property owners who knew of dangerous conditions or violent propensities but failed to protect visitors from foreseeable harm.

Employer Liability

Employers liable for employee intentional torts committed within scope of employment or through negligent hiring, training, or supervision.

Dram Shop Liability

Bars and restaurants who over-served visibly intoxicated patrons who then assaulted others—a separate basis for recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions about assault and intentional tort claims in Irmo.

Can I sue for assault even if no criminal charges were filed?

Yes. Civil lawsuits are separate from criminal prosecution. You can pursue compensation regardless of whether prosecutors file charges. Civil cases have lower proof requirements than criminal cases.

What should I do immediately after being assaulted?

Seek medical care, report to police, photograph injuries, collect witness information, and call Matt McGuire at (888) 499-5738. Do not post about the incident on social media.

What is the statute of limitations for assault claims?

South Carolina provides three years from the assault date to file civil claims under S.C. Code § 15-3-530. However, immediate action preserves evidence and strengthens cases.

Can I recover damages if my attacker has no money?

Yes. We identify all liable parties including businesses with negligent security, property owners, employers, and insurance policies that may cover intentional tort claims.

What are punitive damages?

Punitive damages punish defendants for willful, wanton, or reckless conduct and deter similar behavior. In intentional tort cases, punitive damages often exceed compensatory damages.

Will insurance cover an intentional act?

Many policies have assault/battery exclusions, but homeowner's insurance, business liability policies, and negligent security claims may provide coverage. We aggressively pursue all available sources.

Can a criminal conviction help my civil case?

Yes. Criminal convictions can establish liability through collateral estoppel, making it easier to prove your civil case. However, acquittals don't prevent civil recovery.

What if I was also arrested during the altercation?

Mutual combat or shared fault may reduce recovery under South Carolina's comparative negligence rules, but doesn't eliminate your claim. We analyze facts to determine how to proceed.

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About South Carolina Attorney Matt McGuire

Matt McGuire South Carolina Criminal Defense Personal Injury Family Law Attorney

With over 30 years of experience defending South Carolina, McGuire Law provides elite legal representation with national recognition. McGuire Law has grown from a small practice into one of the most trusted law firms in South Carolina. We understand that legal issues can be overwhelming, whether you're facing criminal charges, dealing with injuries from an accident, or navigating family law matters.

McGuire Law is committed to each client's unique situation, and we don't believe in boilerplate solutions. Every case requires careful analysis, strategic planning, and aggressive representation. Our firm combines over 30 years of experience with cutting-edge legal strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.

McGuire Law serves all 46 South Carolina counties. We know these counties, their courts, their legal communities, and most importantly, the people who live here. This local knowledge, combined with our legal expertise, gives our clients a significant advantage.

Matt McGuire received his B.A. from the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill and his J.D. from the University of South Carolina.

Matt has served as a law clerk for a State Circuit Judge, an Assistant Attorney General for the State of South Carolina, and an Assistant Solicitor in the Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office.

Matt is a proud husband, father of two, and a long-time resident of Richland County, South Carolina.

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When your recovery, your peace of mind, and your right to compensation are at stake due to an intentional attack in Irmo, you need more than just any attorney – you need Matt McGuire and McGuire Law.

Don't let another day pass while evidence disappears and attackers hide assets. Call McGuire Law now and experience the difference that personal, aggressive, and effective legal representation can make in holding wrongdoers accountable.

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2001 Assembly Street, Suite 102-B
Columbia, SC 29201

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Matt McGuire has represented assault and intentional tort victims throughout Irmo and South Carolina for over 30 years, recovering millions in compensatory and punitive damages from attackers and negligent businesses in Lexington County courts.

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