What are our rights if my daughter was manhandled by a nail technician?
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What are our rights if my daughter was manhandled by a nail technician?
My 12 year old daughter and I were getting our nails done at our local nail salon, which is located inside of a retail chain store. After the nail technician finished my nails, I noticed that they were not satisfactory so I proceeded to ask the tech to fix them. As it states on their sign; “If you have any problems or complaints, please let one of us know BEFORE you leave”. This is exactly what I did. However, the tech refused to fix my nails. When I handed over my bank card to pay for the transaction, I stated that I would never come back. She then proceeded to say “F*** you” to me in front of my 12 year old, as well as other patrons. As my daughter and I went to walk away, she grabbed my 12 year old by her left arm and was pulling her.
Asked on May 9, 2014 under Personal Injury, Florida
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
You could file a police report and try to press charges for simple assault (any unwanted/unconsented touching, grabbing, etc. could be assault). There is effectively no civil liability--no ability to sue and recover money--if there was no injury or damages; you can only recover money for injuries, medical costs, etc.
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