Jeremy attacked Hector in a tavern, injuring Hector and causing him to incur medical expenses and lost
Question:
Jeremy attacked Hector in a tavern, injuring Hector and causing him to incur medical expenses and lost wages from three days of missed work. Which of the following statements is most accurate?
Group of answer choices
a) Hector does not have the right to sue Jeremy if the state decides to prosecute Jeremy for the crime of assaulting and battering Hector.
b) The state cannot prosecute Jeremy for the crime of assaulting and battering Hector if Hector decides to bring a civil lawsuit against Jeremy.
c) Jeremy can be prosecuted by the state for a criminal offense and Hector may sue Jeremy for money damages in civil court - either or both may happen under these circumstances.
d) Hector can only "win" an award of damages in criminal court under these circumstances.