It sounds like maybe a husband or boyfriend is abusing you, and you need to do something to stop it right now. It is a crime to pull a gun on someone or hit someone. You should immediately call the police on anyone who does anything like that to you. Do not delay. The police and the district attorney will decide what to do for these crimes. You should tell the police everything this person has done to hurt you. You shouldn't lie or minimize what he has done, any more than you should exaggerate. Just the facts, but all the facts, including the names of any witnesses. If this is someone you live with, you need to get him out of the house or get yourself out immediately. This kind of abuse doesn't stop; it gets worse over time. Protect yourself and your children, if any, from this bully. If someone harms you, physically or emotionally, you may sue him or her for the harm done, whether or not he is prosecuted for the crimes mentioned above. This is different from a criminal prosecution. It's a civil lawsuit, seeking money damages to compensate you for physical injury, medical bills, lost work, pain and suffering (including emotional distress), and any other harm. You should consult a personal injury attorney for this, right after you get this man away from you by calling the police. If you are afraid that he will retaliate, tell the police and your attorney that. You may need a restraining order. Don't delay in consulting an attorney, because there is a statute of limitations on this type of lawsuit. This response is based on very limited information and cannot be considered specific legal advice. Only a consultation with a competent attorney who has all the facts will suffice as a complete answer.
Answered on Nov 16th, 2012 at 3:40 AM