Can you charge someone with assault if they hit you?
If you intentionally shoved the victim, then you are guilty of assault. If the crime of assault can only be committed by intentionally injuring the victim, you are in the clear.
Is it worth pressing charges for assault?
However, it is always advisable to report the crime regardless of how long it has been. The sooner you press charges for the assault, the better the investigation will be.
Can I sue if someone punches me?
A: You can sue anyone for any reason, the real question is whether your lawsuit is frivolous or not. Battery is both a crime and a tort. This means that the person who attacked you can be punished in a criminal court for the crime of battery, and the person can also be sued civilly for the tort of battery.