If an individual inhibits or prevents
another's freedom of movement without their
consent for any amount of time, he or she
has falsely imprisoned that person. This
imprisonment may include a physical element
to prevent escape, such as being bound with
rope, as well as verbal threats of harm
to the victim. There are several key factors
that contribute to the claim of false imprisonment.
First, the confinement must be non-consensual
on the victim's part. Second, the confinement
must be intentional on the part of the perpetrator.
Third, the victim has to have knowledge
that he or she is indeed imprisoned. Last,
there can be no available means of escape
known to the victim.
If you or a loved
one has suffered an injury due to false
imprisonment, call The Law Office
of James C. DeZao at 1-866-919-9229.
The initial consultation is free of charge,
and if we agree to handle your case, we
will work on a contingency fee basis, which
means we get paid for our services only
if there is a monetary recovery of funds.
In many cases a lawsuit must be filed before
an applicable expiration date, known as
a statute of limitations, so please
contact us
right away to ensure that you do not waive
your right to possible compensation.