Scenario
Today is “Black Friday” several people have lined up outside of DurfMart, a large retail store located in Greenacre. Jack and Bob are two of the individuals in the line waiting to purchase the new 60-inch HD television by ABC. Although Jack and Bob are not at the beginning of the line, they are still optimistic that they will be able to purchase one of the 60inch televisions. As soon as the doors to the store open, customers flood into the store. Jack gets to the Electronic Department and is standing directly in front of the last 60 inch HD television. As he goes to place his hands on the box, out of the corner of his eye he sees Bob flying through the air towards him. At the same time Bob says, “Get away from that TV, it’s mine! Although Jack tries to move out of the way to avoid the contact, he is unable to move in time and get gets hit in the side of the head by Bob, leaving him unconscious on the floor; at which time Bob pulls the 60 inch HD television off the shelf and purchases it. Jack has brought a lawsuit against Bob for Assault and Battery.
Based on above scenario (facts), prepare an IRAC.
Discuss the legal issues pertaining to Bob’s actions. prepare a separate IRAC for each of the Issues (Assault and Battery).