Your Civil Rights Lawyers
New York City Civil Rights Attorneys
Civil rights are certain rights guaranteed to every individual under federal and state laws, including the U.S. Constitution. These rights include freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom from discrimination based on age, race, religion, disability, and sexual orientation, equal treatment, freedom from unreasonable search and seizures, illegal strip searches, and unconstitutional government conduct, and other rights guaranteed pursuant to the United States Constitution. If someone violated one or more of your civil rights, you may have a right to sue to stop such violations and to be financially compensated for the injury or violation that you suffered. If you believe one or more of your civil rights were violated, contact us/call us for a free consultation.
Civil rights lawyers work to uphold our civil liberties, which are granted to us by the U.S. Constitution, helping individuals to live free from police brutality and false arrest and without discrimination based on religion, gender, age, skin color, nationality or disability.
What to do if your civil rights have been violated:
- Get Medical Help If Needed · Seek emergency medical help by calling 911 or going to a doctor, as necessary.
- Make A Report · Call 911 and complete an accident, incident, or police report.
- Witness Information · If there are witnesses, make sure to get their name and contact information. Make sure the witnesses are identified by the police or in any incident or accident report.
- Call an Attorney · German Rubenstein LLP has experience navigating If civil rights claims and can help victims get justice. Call us at 212-704-2020 for a free consultation.
How We Handle Civil Rights Cases
German Rubenstein LLP Civil Rights attorneys will:
- Investigate your claim to determine if your civil rights have been violated
- Gather and review all evidence related to the violation of your civil rights
- Consult with experts
- Litigate on your behalf to obtain the best possible outcome
- Negotiate to try to reach a settlement
- Try your case to verdict if a settlement cannot be reached
Common Questions About Civil Rights Lawsuits
What are the Most Common Types of Civil Rights Violations?
Some examples of civil rights lawsuits that the attorneys at German Rubenstein LLP handle include:
- Illegal Strip Searches
- Violation of inmates’ rights
- Violations of the United States Constitution including the 4th, 5th, 8th, and 14th Amendments to the United States Constitution
- Violations of New York State Constitution
- Fale arrests and Retaliatory arrests
- Wrongful death of suspects at the hands of police
- Excessive Force and Police brutality
- Sexual abuse by police of prison staff
- Malicious prosecution
- Racial profiling
- Discrimination
- Hate crimes
- Wage Violations
How Much is My Case Worth?
Compensation largely depends on the nature and severity of your injuries and can include:
- Pain and suffering
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Loss of future earning capacity
- Emotional anguish
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Punitive damages
How Long Do I Have To Bring a Lawsuit?
The Statute of Limitations is the legal time frame within which you must file a lawsuit related to a specific event. If you wait too long to contact a lawyer, you may lose your right to sue due to the statute of limitations expiring. If you think you might have a legal claim, it is crucial to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible to assess your situation and determine the best course of action.
No Recovery, No Fee.
If you don’t win, we don’t get paid.
Contact the attorneys at German Rubenstein LLP today for a free consultation: (212) 704-2020.
Case Results
$225,000,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
The suit sought compensation for extensive damage Exxon caused to natural resources.
$2,125,000
Construction Accidents
$2.1M for plumber injured by debris at school site; knee surgeries after construction fall.
$103,000,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Lead & arsenic contamination from old smelter leads to Carteret NJ homeowner settlement.
$2,000,000
Trip & Fall
Airline worker wins $2M after pilot’s door push led to neck & shoulder surgeries.
$1,500,000
Car Accidents
Union worker hit by drunk driver wins $1.5M for shoulder, neck & knee injuries.
$5,500,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Settlement for Missouri residents whose water was polluted with trihalomethanes.
$600,000
Trip & Fall
Hotel guest wins $600K settlement after tripping over defective dresser.
$19,500,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Defendants to fund city drinking water for desert town after well contamination.
$1,500,000
Car Accidents
Bus matron gets $1.5M after NYC sweeper crash led to spinal fusion surgery.
$750,000
Car Accidents
Driver gets $750K after school bus crash caused herniated discs, spinal surgery.
$9,000,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Settlement for Dayton, OH residents over Behr Superfund site vapor intrusion.
$650,000
Car Accidents
Driver wins $650K after bus rear-end crash despite defense claim of prior injuries.
$10,017,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Honeywell settles over chromium waste disposal in Jersey City, NJ.
$2,250,000
Slip & Fall
NYC teacher needs surgery after slip on wet school floor hurts neck & back.
$2,000,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
$2M recovered for homeowners over property damage from smelter emissions.
$500,000
Slip & Fall
NYC man needs surgery for quad tear after fall on defective building stairs.
$1,250,000
Truck Accidents
Trucker wins $1.25M after box truck rear-end crash led to spinal fusion surgery.
$500,000
Consumer Protection
Woman gets $500K settlement after fertility clinic’s improper embryo transport.
$550,000
Slip & Fall
Man wins $550K for brain injury from slip on poorly cleared snow at NYC rec center.
$5,000,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Property owners say PPG responsible for hexavalent chromium waste deposits.
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