Cengage Advantage Books: Introduction to Business Law 4th Edition by Timothy Koch, Jeffrey Beatty, Jeffrey Beatty, Susan Samuelson, Susan Samuelson

Exercise 13

Hank and Antonio, drinking in a bar, get into an argument that turns nasty. Hank punches Antonio several times, knocking him down and breaking his nose and collarbone. Which statement is true
(a) Antonio could sue Hank, who might be found guilty.
(b) Antonio and the state could start separate criminal cases against Hank.
(c) Antonio could sue Hank, and the state could prosecute Hank.
(d) The state could prosecute Hank, but only with Antonio's permission.
(e) If the state prosecutes Hank, he will be found liable or not liable, depending on the evidence.