Injured by a Police Officer or Security Guard

Police officers and firefighters have dangerous jobs and sometimes, in the course of their employment, they get hurt or other people become injured. Victims of police misconduct or police injury often sue for damages. Officers or firefighters who are themselves victims may also be entitled to damages.

Victim of a Police Attack

If you’ve been hurt by police misconduct or suffered another police injury then you should seek immediate medical attention and the advice of an attorney. Your attorney will help you conduct an investigation into the matter in order to determine if you have a viable cause of action and if you may be eligible for damages.

Accused Police Officer of Causing Injury

If you are the officer being sued then it is important for you to seek the assistance of a lawyer. Your lawyer will want to know everything about the incident and whether you were acting on the orders or with the consent of a superior.

Liability of Police Inflicted Injuries

Federal and state laws allow victims who have been hurt by police officers and firefighters to recover damages. Federal laws such as Section 1983 of the Federal Civil Rights Act may provide protections to people who have been hurt by officers or firefighters. State causes of action such as negligence and wrongful death may also be brought for injuries sustained by a government employee such as a cop or fireman.

Rights of Injured Police Officers and Firefighters

Police officers and firefighters who have been hurt may also have the opportunity to collect damages for their injuries. Specifically, they may be able to collect under their state’s workers’ compensation program for police officers and firefighters or they may be able to file negligence or wrongful death actions in certain circumstances.

How a Lawyer Can Help

A lawyer can help a victim recover damages and an accused officer defend himself against allegations of misconduct or abuse. It is important to hire a lawyer who understands the particular issues involved when it is an officer who is accused of creating the injury and who is prepared to aggressively pursue or defend your case.

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