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What Cases Does a Civil Rights Lawyer Handle?
The term “civil rights” refers to the broad spectrum of rights afforded to us under the United States Constitution, including the freedom of speech and freedom to exercise religion. Additionally, The Civil Rights Act of 1964 made illegal discrimination and segregation in public places based on one’s color, race, religion, sex, or national origin. This law gives you the right to file a complaint if you believe you were discriminated against or segregated based on any of its protected enumerated groups. Civil rights attorneys handle a variety of cases for individuals facing unwarranted hardships across the country, including discrimination, disability rights, equal pay issues, and more.
Common Civil Rights Violations
Civil rights claims are more common than you’d think. In fact, in 2018 the Supreme Court issued decisions on various such cases, including those related to labor unions, cell phone companies, political parties, and more. If your civil rights were violated, you should file a claim with the government and hire an experienced civil rights lawyer to help with your civil lawsuit. Some of the more common civil rights violations include:
- Abuse By a Public Official
- Employment Discrimination
- Equal Pay Violations
- Housing Discrimination
- Illegal Searches
- Police Brutality
- Same-Sex Benefits Discrimination
- Sexual Assault in Custody
- Student Hazing
- Title VII Discrimination
- Voter Intimidation
Contact a Civil Rights Lawyer
No one has the right to deny your civil rights as granted by the law. But if you’ve been the victim of police misconduct or other types of violations at the hands of the government, we’re ready to help.
You will want a civil rights lawyer if your civil liberties have been violated, including mistreatment due to race, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability. When looking for an attorney to represent you, make sure you hire an attorney who has experience filing and trying civil rights lawsuits. We have handled many civil rights claims, and we understand what it takes to help you succeed in your pursuit of justice. Do not wait to contact the civil rights lawyers at Whitfield Bryson LLP today. We can explain your legal options and protect your rights.
Whitfield Bryson
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John Whitfield has been significant in his management of a suit involving the death of my son in a motorcycle accident. His professionalism, compassion, support, and especially his knowledge base in this suit has been above reproach. He has communicated well and kept all parties apprised of the status of the suit. I feel he negotiated effectively to reach the best possible settlement for my son's estate. He certainly assures his clients are represented well. I am grateful for his successfully bringing this suit to a satisfactory conclusion. In short, John's expertise has been awesome.
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