What is mental anguish in law?

Mental anguish can lead to compensation in civil lawsuits if it can be proven that someone else’s actions caused the distress. This can include depression, grief, fear, stress, anxiety, humiliation, and PTSD. The compensation can vary depending on the case and the judge. Lawyers cannot solicit clients directly. Mental anguish is a psychological distress that […]

What’s Anguish?

Angst is fear or anxiety, originally used by Soren Kierkegaard to express the human condition of despair. In existentialism, it’s the struggle between self and others. Adolescents often experience angst, expressed through gothic music and fashion. Anguish is also seen in literature and superhero characters. It’s important to watch for signs of distress that could […]

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