Police Brutality

Civil Rights Violations by Law Enforcement

Police Brutality - Harassment - Assault

Children used to be taught that a policeman was their friend. This is no longer the case—there has been far too much publicity over civil rights violations by police for children to believe this old rule. At the New York law firm of Shandell, Blitz, Blitz, & Ashley, we help people who have experienced civil rights violations such as police brutality and other instances of police officers breaking the law. If you believe that law enforcement officers violated your civil rights, it is important to contact a lawyer as soon as possible.

We have the ability to handle even very high profile civil rights cases

Our lawyers have handled police brutality cases from the highly publicized to the seemingly routine. Many of these cases are highly charged with overtones of racial discrimination. Our more than 30 years of experience with high profile personal injury cases allows us to be confident in our relations with the media. We make sure your rights are protected, whether in a court of public opinion or in a court of law.

Attorneys with a wide range of experience in police misconduct cases

We have been able to help victims of police brutality obtain compensation for injuries and damages sustained during illegal searches, false arrests, and crowd control actions. These cases have centered on matters such as:

• Use of unreasonable force in making an arrest
• Unlawful use of a weapon
• Deaths in police or prison custody
• Assault and rape
• Harassment

Police are required to use no more force than is necessary to control the situation. When they do not, and injuries and deaths occur as a result, they and the jurisdiction for which they work should be held liable.

Civil rights violations should not tolerated

New York City has many overlapping law enforcement agencies. Housing police, transit cops, and prison guards, along with public and private security guards, are charged with making us safe. When they do the opposite, it is important to send a message that the public does not tolerate civil rights violations. By filing a lawsuit charging police brutality or other excesses, we are sending that message. At the same time, we help our clients obtain needed and deserved compensation for their injuries, losses, and pain and suffering.

Don’t delay—there may time limits on a police brutality claim

If you have suffered an injury at the hands of any law enforcement officials, contact an experienced lawyer right away. The law may limit how long you have to file a claim. Our lawyers are very knowledgeable about all municipal liability matters. We will use that knowledge to fight for you.