If you’ve been the victim of excessive force or police misconduct, you may have grounds for a lawsuit. We’ve compiled a list of common questions about when misconduct warrants legal action and how to pursue a lawsuit. When Can I Sue the Police? If your rights were violated by law enforcement you may have a …
Coming into money can be exhilarating, but it can often lead to financial problems. To avoid any monetary disasters, plan what you intend to do with your settlement money before you cash your check. What Do I Do After I Win An Excessive Force Settlement Check? Excessive force settlements tend to be personal injury cases. …
If you’ve experienced excessive force by law enforcement, you could be entitled to reparations. But there are several legal hurdles to prove police excessive force. We’ve compiled a list of everything you need to know for an excessive force case. What Is Excessive Force? Excessive force is the use of unnecessary force or violence by …
You’ve probably heard the term excessive force before, in the news, at the office, and on social media. It’s become an important point of discussion surrounding police brutality, but what qualifies as excessive force? In this article, we’ll dive into what excessive force is and what civil rights protections guard you against excessive force. Use …
Simply put, you can sue a police officer for excessive force. You may even have a case against the law enforcement agency or the municipality itself. However, sufficiently proving that an officer used excessive force can be a difficult legal challenge. Excessive force cases tend to require a high burden of proof, and law enforcement …
Have you recently been in an accident with a tow truck? You’re not alone. There are approximately 500,000 truck accidents every year in the US. Tow truck and other commercial truck accidents are extremely common and can have serious consequences. Tow trucks in particular contend with many factors that can contribute to a crash, including …
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Being rear-ended by a semi-truck can have devastating consequences. Fully loaded commercial vehicles have a weight capacity of 80,000 pounds. In 2022, over 22% of all semi-truck accidents were rear-end collisions. Why is that percentage so high? Sometimes this is due to the truck driver not leaving adequate space between themselves and the cars in …
If you have lost a loved one in a construction site accident you may be wondering if you can file for a wrongful death lawsuit. Generally speaking, you have the right to file a wrongful death claim if the deceased would have been able to pursue a personal injury claim had they survived. This article …
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If you, or a loved one, is a commercial truck accident victim you may be wondering about compensation. The damage caused by a commercial truck is more extensive than a passenger vehicle. This means you may be able to receive a larger settlement if you were involved in an accident. This article discusses the average …
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If you believe that you have a medical malpractice case in the state of Georgia, it is important to know the state laws that can impact your claim such as the statute of limitations. It is also helpful to know what documents must be filed and their deadlines. Due to the complexity of malpractice cases, …
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