May 23, 2024
Being victimized or having your rights violated by the police can be a traumatizing experience. If you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, you may be wondering if you have the right to sue the police officer individually apart from their law enforcement agency. In California, like in many other states, it is sometimes possible to take legal action against a police officer for their ...
read moreMay 21, 2024
What Is a Wellness Check by the Police? Known as wellness check, or a welfare check, is a procedure carried out by law enforcement officers meant to ensure the well-being of an individual. Unfortunately, wellness checks often go wrong, and police have often ended up harming individuals who need assistance and posed no threat to officers. If you or someone you know suffered wrongful harm from...
read moreMay 18, 2024
Police misconduct refers to inappropriate actions or unlawful behavior exhibited by law enforcement officers while on duty. This can include a wide range of behaviors, from physical assault and excessive use of force to racial profiling, discrimination, and even corruption. What steps can you take if you have been a victim of police misconduct? First, consult our California police misconduct a...
read moreNovember 9, 2022
Learn below about the standards for police officers and police brutality. Then, if you think your rights have been violated, please contact the civil rights attorneys at Pointer & Buelna, LLP for help. Over the last 10 years, many high-profile civilian deaths have occurred across the country at the hands of the police. This has spurred public scrutiny over how the police treat those they...
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