The boyfriend's actions caused pain and were dismissed with laughter, showing a lack of empathy. My client simply responded in kind to demonstrate the discomfort she experienced. It's a proportional response to being hurt and then mocked.
The defendant escalated a minor issue into a physical altercation. While the boyfriend's behavior was insensitive, responding with violence is never justified. The girlfriend's actions were a deliberate attempt to inflict pain and assert dominance, which is unacceptable.
While the boyfriend's initial actions were insensitive and dismissive, the girlfriend's response was an overreaction. The escalation to physical retaliation, specifically targeting a sensitive area, is disproportionate to the initial offense. Both parties exhibited immature behavior, but the girlfriend's actions cross the line into intentional harm. Therefore, the girlfriend is more at fault for escalating the situation and inflicting pain.