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Excessive force
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Kirakosian Law Blog
Sergio Espejo Protestor Loses Finger After Flashbang Explosive Device: Civil Rights Lawsuit Filed by Gregory Kirakosian
On June 14, 2025, a peaceful protest in Downtown Los Angeles turned violent, not because of the protesters, but because of the actions of law enforcement who escalated the situation…
Kirakosian Law Blog
Peaceful Protester Loses Finger After Flashbang: Civil Rights Lawsuit Filed in Los Angeles
On June 14, 2025, a peaceful protest in Downtown Los Angeles turned violent, not because of the protesters, but because of the actions of law enforcement who escalated the situation…
Kirakosian Law Blog
When Does Police Force Become Excessive? Your Legal Rights in California
California law enforcement officials are permitted to use force when it is required, but there are restrictions on this right. Your civil rights are violated when officials use force that…
Stritmatter Law Blog
SCOTUS Ruling in Barnes v. Felix: Removing “Chronological Blinders”
Overview of Barnes v. Felix Today, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) delivered an important decision in the case of Barnes v. Felix Barnes v. Felix, No. 23-1239,…
Kirakosian Law Blog
Suing the Police for Civil Rights Violations: What You Need to Know
Law enforcement officials are tasked with safeguarding and serving the public, however there are instances where they violate civil rights rather than uphold them. If you have been a victim…
Stritmatter Law Blog
How Does Police Misconduct Happen in Seattle?
The police are the front line of enforcement in the criminal justice system, and with their great power comes great responsibility. Police must abide by strict standards when investigating crimes…
Stritmatter Law Blog
Is Excessive Force Police Brutality?
When police officers use more force than necessary, people can get seriously hurt. But when does force cross the line into police brutality? If you or someone you love has…
Sentencing Law and Policy
"Excessive Force In Prison"
The title of this post is the title of this new article authored by Sharon Dolovich now available via SSRN. Here is its abstract: Any time a correctional officer (CO)…
Rick Horowitz Criminal Defense Blog
Get on the Ground When You See Police, or Enjoy a Little Use of Excessive Force
Fresno Criminal Lawyer Fresno Criminal Lawyer - Criminal Defense Lawyer Rick Horowitz The Phoenix Police Department is well-known for use of excessive force. But despite the Department of Justice finding…
Criminal
“Excessive Force In Prison”
The title of this post is the title of this new article authored by Sharon Dolovich now available via SSRN. Here is its abstract:Any time a correctional officer (CO) physically…