One of the most polarizing topics in America today is the issue of police misconduct. Whether it’s candid camera footage from cell phones or declassified body cams, countless American citizens are losing confidence in the way police officers and deputy sheriffs around the country are exercising their authority. While the vast majority of law enforcement officers…
Police officers are legally required to maintain their composure and treat all individuals with professionalism and respect. Unfortunately, not all officers abide by the law and at times resort to improper use of physical force. If you have been subjected to police brutality and have suffered ensuing damages, you may have a claim for monetary…
Law enforcement officers commonly use Taser guns. They are meant to give off an electric charge that’s used to subdue a potential suspect. Although the charge is thought not to be fatal, they are still highly controversial weapons. Like all other types of weapons, taser guns have pros and cons. Pros Weapons of Self-Defense Police…
A recently convicted Michigan police officer was given a second chance at his job after being caught assaulting a suspect. The decision to hire a police officer who made national news has left many community residents unhappy. According to the officer’s supporters, his status as a military veteran, 20 years of law enforcement experience, and…
There are few consequences for police officers when they use excessive force. A recent article stated that in 98 percent of brutality cases, the police officer involved doesn’t get charged with a crime. There are a lot of things that be considered excessive force. However, any time that a police officer uses more violence than…
On November 3, 2016, in Michigan, a U.S. District Court federal jury awarded William Jennings a record $37 million in a verdict against five Genesee County jail guards. Jennings had filed the suit claiming the use of excessive force. The night that officers arrested William Jennings, the jailhouse camera captured a harrowing scene. What was…
When a Michigan arrestee feels that they were unjustly arrested, abused, or otherwise mistreated by a law enforcement officer, the first question is usually whether he has a legal right to sue the officer and/or law enforcement department. The answer is often yes. However, suing the police for misconduct is not an easy road. Victims…
