Oklahoma City Civil Rights – Police Brutality Lawyer
Did a law enforcement officer in Oklahoma City recently subject you to abuse or harassment?
If so, please reach out to the McGuire Law Firm as soon as possible.
A skilled Oklahoma City civil rights - police brutality lawyer from our team may be able to help you recover compensation for your medical bills and other expenses. Contact our law firm today at (405) 513-5658.
How the McGuire Law Firm Can Help You with Your Oklahoma City Police Brutality Case
At McGuire Law Firm, we know that an altercation with the police can be traumatic. If you’ve been injured because an officer used excessive force or violated your civil rights in some other way, our Oklahoma City personal injury lawyers are here for you.
When you ask us to help you with your police brutality case, we will:
Provide You with Sound Legal Advice
The actions you take and the decisions you make as you go through your police brutality lawsuit can have a substantial bearing on its eventual outcome. If you make a multitude of poor choices, you may harm your chances of recovering the compensation you deserve. However, if you can consistently make intelligent moves, you might be able to improve your odds of securing the funds you need to pay for your medical bills and other expenses.
During their distinguished legal careers, our lawyers have overcome just about every tricky scenario you are likely to encounter as you go through your case. When you hire our firm, we will be happy to give you the advice and guidance you require to do the same.
Search for Evidence to Help Your Case
As part of your police brutality lawsuit, you will almost certainly need to prove that you sustained an injury or an officer infringed upon your civil rights. To do so, you will have to present the court with plenty of relevant evidentiary materials, such as:
- Witness statements
- Security camera footage, and
- Medical records
The civil rights lawyers at the McGuire Law Firm know where to look and who to speak with to locate this evidence. When you hire us, we will be more than happy to assist you with the gathering process.
Negotiate a Settlement with the City
As your police brutality lawsuit moves forward, the city government or one of its legal representatives may get in touch to offer you a settlement deal. Unfortunately, the financial terms outlined in their initial proposal are likely to leave a lot to be desired. To convince them to open their pocketbooks and make a better offer, a period of negotiation may be necessary.
Over the years, the McGuire Law Firm has negotiated a plethora of settlement deals on behalf of our clients. As such, we know what it takes to convince opposing attorneys to improve their offers. When you hire our team, we will use our knowledge to try to secure a fair deal for you and your family.
Argue on Your Behalf in Court
If the city government does not wish to sit down and hammer out a reasonable settlement deal, you will have little choice but to take your pursuit of compensation to trial. There, a judge will review your case and determine how much (if any) money you ought to receive.
The attorneys at the McGuire Law Firm have been representing clients in courtrooms throughout Oklahoma for many years. As such, we know how to argue cases in a clear and concise manner. With our team on your side, you can feel confident that you will receive a fair trial.
Are you ready to fight for the compensation you deserve with the aid of a knowledgeable civil rights lawyer from the McGuire Law Firm? If so, please do not hesitate to reach out and set up a free consultation at our headquarters in Oklahoma City. We have handled many cases like yours in the past, and we are ready to stand up for you.
Common Types of Civil Rights Violations in Oklahoma City
There are, unfortunately, a wide range of ways that law enforcement officers can infringe upon a person's civil rights. A short sampling of some of the most commonly seen rights violations in Oklahoma City would include:
- Fraud
- Use of excessive force
- Racial profiling
- False arrest
- Illegal search and seizure
- Planting of evidence
- Taser abuse
- Harassment
- Assault
- Sexual assault
- Torture
- Intimidation
- Wrongful death
- Police shootings
Are you a victim of police misconduct? Then please reach out to the civil rights and personal injury attorneys at the McGuire Law Firm as soon as possible. We have years of experience in the legal field and would love to help you fight for the compensation you deserve.
Understanding a Person's Right to Pursue Compensation for Civil Rights Violations in the State of Oklahoma
The U.S. Constitution grants every resident of Oklahoma City a set of rights that allow them to live without interference from the police or any other branch of the government.
Unfortunately, law enforcement officers frequently violate the rights of the people they interact with and arrest. It is not at all uncommon for officers to intimidate witnesses, use excessive force on suspects, or illegally search the belongings of a person of interest.
When a government agency infringes upon an individual's civil rights in this manner, the victim can file a lawsuit and pursue damages. The federal government formalizes their ability to do so in 42 U.S.C. § 1983 - which states that:
"Every person who, under color of any statute, ordinance, regulation, custom, or usage, of any State or Territory or the District of Columbia, subjects, or causes to be subjected, any citizen of the United States or other person within the jurisdiction thereof to the deprivation of any rights, privileges, or immunities secured by the Constitution and laws, shall be liable to the party injured in an action at law, suit in equity, or other proper proceeding for redress."
At the McGuire Law Firm, in Oklahoma City, police brutality is one of our primary practice areas. We have been helping clients file suit under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 for many years. If you would like to have our legal team do the same for you, all you need to do is give us a call or contact us online at a time that is convenient for you.
Damages Available to the Victims of Police Brutality in Oklahoma City
When calculating the amount of compensation to pay out to victims of police misconduct and other civil rights violations, judges, juries, and insurance companies tend to consider a wide variety of factors, such as:
- The victim's immediate medical expenses
- The costs associated with the victim's rehabilitation
- The impact the rights violation will have on the victim's career
- The cost to repair or replace the victim's personal property
- The effect the rights violation will have on the victim's overall quality of life
- The mental anguish the rights violation caused the victim to endure
When the civil rights lawyers at the McGuire Law Firm represent the victims of police brutality, we usually pursue compensation for their:
- Medical bills
- Ongoing healthcare costs
- Lost income
- Loss of future earnings
- Property damage
- Mental anguish
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Pain and suffering
When civil rights violations cause Oklahoma City residents to lose their lives, our law firm files wrongful death lawsuits on behalf of their grieving family members. In doing so, we typically demand damages for their funeral expenses and loss of consortium.
Are you wondering how much your police brutality lawsuit is likely to be worth? If so, please reach out to the lawyers at the McGuire Law Firm at your earliest convenience. We have been handling cases like these for years - and would be more than happy to provide you with an accurate estimate.
Deadline for Filing Oklahoma Police Misconduct Lawsuits
In Oklahoma, the statute of limitations for cases involving civil rights violations and police brutality is one year. As such, individuals who suffered abuse or intimidation at the hands of an Oklahoma City law enforcement officer must typically begin the process of fighting for compensation before the first anniversary of the incident.
Impacted parties who file suit after this date are likely to have their case dismissed by the court.
Do you need help filing a police brutality lawsuit before your statute of limitations expires? If so, please get in touch with an experienced lawyer from the McGuire Law Firm as soon as possible. Our firm has the statutory knowledge and legal nous necessary to complete your filing in a timely manner.
Your Trusted Civil Rights - Police Brutality Lawyer in Oklahoma City
When Oklahoma City residents need an attorney to help them fight for compensation after a local police officer or government official violates their civil rights, they know they can always count on the McGuire Law Firm.
Our legal team has been handling cases of this nature for years, so we know exactly what it takes to win them. To have us use our knowledge and experience to assist you with your lawsuit, all you need to do is give us a call or contact us online.
Contact the Oklahoma City Personal Injury Lawyers at McGuire Law Firm Today for Free Consultation
For more information, please contact the Oklahoma City personal injury law firm of McGuire Law Firm at our nearest location to schedule a free consultation today.
McGuire Law Firm - Edmond
200 E 10th Street Plaza
Edmond, OK 73034, United States
(405) 513-5658
