Civil Rights

If a police officer or sheriff’s deputy has shot and killed your dog, you are not alone, and you are not without options. In the last two months alone, Southern California has seen two devastating, high-profile cases of police officers killing family pets during encounters that should never have

Most people want to believe the justice system is fair. But if you have ever been pulled over, questioned, or arrested, you already know how quickly things can feel confusing and overwhelming. Knowing your rights before a stressful encounter can mean the difference between a manageable situation and life-changing

If you were hurt by a police officer or a government agency, you might assume filing a lawsuit is the obvious next step. However, California law adds a required pre-suit step. Before a civil case can move forward against a government entity, you must file a tort claim. This