Question: Thomas attacks Edward, severely injuring him. Thomas is arrested and tried for assault.He is found guilty and sentenced to one year in jail. Following the

Thomas attacks Edward, severely injuring him. Thomas is arrested and tried for assault.He is found guilty and sentenced to one year in jail.

Following the sentencing, Edward files a lawsuit against Thomas for assault and battery. Thomas tells the court that he's already been tried for assault so he can't be tried again under the 5th Amendment.

What will be the likely result?

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