Can You Sue for Emotional Distress?

Emotional pain is real — and in many cases, legally compensable. Here’s when and how to sue. Not all injuries are physical. In the eyes of the law, severe emotional harm can be just as damaging — and yes, sometimes you can sue for it. Here’s when a claim for emotional...

Can You Sue Someone for Emotional Distress?

You don’t need visible injuries to take legal action. Emotional distress lawsuits are real — and here’s when they apply. Pain isn’t always physical. If someone’s actions caused you serious mental or emotional harm, you might have grounds to sue for emotional distress....