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NYPD Police Brutality Lawyers

Police and law enforcement officers have to take an oath to serve and protect our communities. However, these protectors of our communities can at times overstep their authorities by taking police officer siren graphicundue advantage of the power vested upon them. Every year there are thousands of reports of police brutality. In fact, the Cato Institute reports that in 2014 alone, there were 4,861 unique reports of police misconduct.In all these cases, the key question is whether New York City police used excessive force against the victims. If you or your loved one has been a victim of police brutality, you should immediately get in touch with a New York police brutality lawyer, who can determine whether excessive force was used.

Civil Rights Violation

When police and law enforcement officers overstep their authority, it can violate a person’s civil rights. These officers are there to protect people and not cause harm to them. What makes the United States so special is that the law protects all citizens, even those accused or convicted of crimes, from police brutality.

You have ninety days from the date of the incident to file a claim against the New York Police Department. That is why it is important to contact a New York police brutality lawyer immediately. This will ensure that you get the compensation you deserve for the mental and physical pain.

What Constitutes Police Brutality?

When police and law enforcement officer use excessive force or violence against a person, it is known as police brutality. The law allows police and law enforcement officers to use force only when necessary and they can use only as much force as required to get a particular situation under control. As a result, not every shove or push or even intimidation constitutes as excessive force or police brutality. Some of the things that constitute as police brutality include:

  • Excessive force
  • Unlawful arrest
  • Prison injuries
  • Battery
  • Beatings
  • False imprisonment
  • Sexual assault
  • Physical assault
  • Shootings
  • Threats
  • Racial profiling
  • Harassment
  • Injuries sustained during custody
  • Unlawful search and seizure

If you or a loved one has been a victim of police brutality, you could be entitled to financial compensation. You need a New York police brutality lawyer who can understand what limits the police can go to and help you beat the qualified immunity defense. Qualified immunity defense means that a judge can throw out a police brutality lawsuit if the victim’s lawyer is unable to prove that the victim’s constitutional rights and federal law were violated.

Contact One Of Our Experiences Attorneys

If you have been a victim of police brutality, you should not keep quiet. You have rights! New York police brutality lawyers of Lipsig, Shapey, Manus & Moverman can help you file a lawsuit against the New York Police Department to get your compensation for your injuries, medical expenses, suffering, pain and lost wages. Our lawyers specialize in personal injuries and have the expertise and knowledge to ensure that your case is viewed favorably by judges and juries.

Call us at 917-268-2082 or fill out a contact form to get a free consultation. We will thoroughly investigate your case, check every possible option and then fight on your behalf to get you the financial compensation that you deserve.

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