How to Sue a Tattoo Artist

Are you the victim of a bad tattoo job? Did it turn out to be a poor quality picture or not the picture you asked for? Or did you get ill from an infection that you believe was caused from unhygienic surroundings? It is possible to sue the artist for negligence but you are going to have to prove it first. Here are a few things you’ll need to consider.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

How to sue a tattoo artist

1. You should seek legal advice as to your options and legal possibilities in filing a claim of this type. You can get the phone number from the courthouse or a legal service that offers several minutes of free counsel.
2. It could be difficult to prove that the artist did the wrong picture unless you have a specific picture that you can swear that you instructed the artist to follow.
3. Even if you have a picture, you will need to prove in writing or through a witness that the artist guaranteed a replica of that specific picture.
4. If you got an infection, the artist will likely argue that you didn’t properly care for the skin while it was healing, and that it is your agreed responsibility and not theirs.
5. You will likely have to prove that you were perfectly healthy before you got the tattoo as they might suggest that you were already ill.

Tips & Warnings

• It is very difficult to prove negligence for this type of matter. However, it could be just as difficult for the artist to prove otherwise.
• You really need to protect yourself ahead of time. See Article, How to Protect Yourself from a Tattoo Going Wrong.