Civil Rights

An arrest can cause injuries and trauma when an officer uses more force than the circumstances seem to justify. As you cope with those effects, you may question whether you can take legal action. If you or a loved one suffered harm during an arrest, knowing how courts...

Numerous rules restrict the conduct of police officers. They generally need to try to resolve matters without using force whenever possible. In fact, even if force is necessary, they should use the least amount of force they realistically can without endangering...