Dupage County Illinois.
Can I sue a man who had me arrested falsely?
Background: A man who was apparently emotionally disturbed confronted me at a dog park four times one day. The last time, he came up behind me and when I turned around it appeared that he was going to strike me so I put my hand on his shoulder to stop him. He had me charged with misdemeanor battery. I went to trial and the man's behavior was even more bizarre in court and I was found not guilty. Can I sue him for my expenses? I am 61 years old and not only did the expenses hurt me financially and cause a lot of stress but I also feel that this man should should pay so that he doesn't continue to do this to other people. But I would first like an opinion as to whether I can sue in Dupage County, Illinois small claims court.
Can I sue a man who had me arrested falsely?
Background: A man who was apparently emotionally disturbed confronted me at a dog park four times one day. The last time, he came up behind me and when I turned around it appeared that he was going to strike me so I put my hand on his shoulder to stop him. He had me charged with misdemeanor battery. I went to trial and the man's behavior was even more bizarre in court and I was found not guilty. Can I sue him for my expenses? I am 61 years old and not only did the expenses hurt me financially and cause a lot of stress but I also feel that this man should should pay so that he doesn't continue to do this to other people. But I would first like an opinion as to whether I can sue in Dupage County, Illinois small claims court.