Bodily Harm

It happens quickly: a harmless verbal dispute escalates into a physical altercation, the mood turns aggressive, and it ultimately spirals out of control. Someone who just wanted to mediate is now physically attacked and defends themselves – suddenly, they find themselves in the crosshairs of investigators. Whether an assault can then be proven and how witness statements are to be evaluated is extremely complex in individual cases. Legal advice should be sought early on.

Assault is distinguished between simple assault, aggravated assault, severe assault, negligent assault, and assault resulting in death. Attempted assault is also punishable. The severity of the expected penalty varies enormously between these categories. 

Our criminal defense lawyer in Nuremberg has many years of experience in cases involving assault offenses. We are happy to advise you and take on your defense. In less severe cases, the goal will always be to achieve a dismissal of proceedings for you.  

• Are you accused of having committed an assault?
• Are you a victim of assault and wish to file a criminal complaint against the perpetrator?
• Has the court admitted the public prosecutor's indictment against you on suspicion of assault?
• As an injured party, would you like to join a lawsuit as a private prosecutor?
• As an alleged perpetrator, do you wish to defend against claims for pain and suffering damages?

Process and Support

• Initial consultation including discussion of your conduct during the ongoing investigation.
• Access to Files (only possible through a lawyer! Under current law, you yourself do not have the right to access files!)
• In-depth consultation phase after reviewing the files, with the definition of objectives.
• If applicable, filing a criminal complaint against the perpetrator, followed by a private prosecution.

Goals and Prospects of Success

• Determination of the defense strategy
• Acquittal/Dismissal of proceedings/Reduction of sentence
• Conviction of the perpetrator in private prosecution proceedings
• If applicable, defense against claims for pain and suffering damages

Time Commitment and Duration of Proceedings

• The duration of criminal proceedings is largely determined by the investigative authorities and the court

Costs and Fees

• The costs for an initial consultation for consumers are limited to EUR 190.00 plus VAT. During the consultation, any further fees for additional services will be outlined and explained.
• Typically, a fee agreement for individual procedural stages, especially in cases where the scope, complexity, and paramount importance for the affected party necessitate a more extensive involvement of the attorney