Civil Rights

How to File a Tort Claim Against Law Enforcement in California

June 28, 2026
McKenziescott
Civil Rights
law enforcement

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

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Lawsuit Over Delayed Body-Worn Camera Footage in San Diego: What the Evans Case Means for Police Accountability

June 15, 2026
McKenziescott
Civil Rights
police

A recent lawsuit is drawing urgent attention to body-worn camera footage policies in San Diego after a police use-of-force incident left a man seriously injured. The case centers on an unarmed Black man, Mr. Evans, who was allegedly shot with rubber bullets and attacked by a K-9 officer while

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Know Your Protest Rights in San Diego

May 8, 2026
McKenziescott
Civil Rights
protests

Why Protest Rights Matter in San Diego

Protests have become increasingly common across San Diego – whether centered on civil rights, social justice, police accountability, or other causes. People join these demonstrations with good intentions, but even peaceful gatherings can escalate quickly, especially when law enforcement

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