From excessive force to the misuse of a taser to wrongful arrest, police misconduct occurs in many forms and can have serious effects on injured parties, leaving them in pain, facing steep medical bills, and requiring financial compensation. These cases bring unique challenges to the victims because going up against a police department can feel intimidating. But you don’t have to face it alone — you can count on a skilled Chicago police misconduct lawyer to fight for you.
At Mitchell, Hoffman & Wolf, we’ve spent decades fighting for personal injury victims, including those hurt at the hands of police officers. When an agency that’s sworn to protect you acts beyond the scope of the law and hurts you, you deserve compensation and justice. We’re here to help you achieve it and we’ll fight for you to get the settlement you deserve.
Read on to learn more about what to expect in police misconduct cases and how the experienced Chicago police misconduct lawyers at MHW can fight for you.
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Understanding Chicago Police Misconduct
You have the right to take legal action against a police department if you’re a victim of police misconduct, and if the misconduct led to injuries to you or a loved one, you can pursue a personal injury lawsuit to get compensation for your medical expenses and suffering. Though police officers do have certain legal protections, the Constitution declares that you can pursue legal action against them if your “rights, privileges, or immunities” have been violated. Often, you are required to prove the officers acted with reckless disregard for the safety of the public. This is sometimes referred to as Wilful and Wanton Misconduct.
Police misconduct can take many forms, and the help of a skilled Chicago police misconduct lawyer is important to ensure you understand your options based on the unique nature of your case. Some common examples of police misconduct personal injury cases include:
- Misuse of a taser
- Excessive force
- Wrongful arrest
- Police chase resulting in a collision, whether you were being pursued or you were a bystander
Police officers are mandated to follow certain protocols throughout their duties. When their actions aren’t in accordance with set standards and result in injuries or death, victims and their families deserve compensation and justice. Hiring the right attorney is the first step.
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Partner with a Skilled Chicago Police Misconduct Lawyer at Mitchell, Hoffman & Wolf
When you need a seasoned lawyer to fight for you after police misconduct, you can count on our team. We never back down in our fight for justice, and we’ll dedicate our full efforts to getting you the settlement you deserve. Here’s what makes us the right choice when you need a Chicago police misconduct lawyer:
Decades of Experience and Deep Legal Knowledge
Our seasoned lawyers have the expertise, skill, and commitment to get you the compensation you deserve. We have decades of experience successfully securing multi-million dollar settlements for our clients, and our extensive knowledge of local, state and federal laws related to police misconduct enables us to build the strongest case for your lawsuit.
Dedicated Efforts of our Named Partners
At Mitchell, Hoffman & Wolf, your recovery is our top focus, and your case will always be the priority of one of our founding partners. Some law firms pass cases on to inexperienced lawyers or even another firm, but when you hire Mitchell Hoffman & Wolf, your case will always be in the hands of an award-winning attorney with decades of experience. Each of our attorneys has been recognized with many honors and awards, and each is committed to securing you justice and compensation.
Fighting Until You Get What You Deserve
At Mitchell, Hoffman & Wolf, we’re never intimated in police misconduct cases, and we fight it out for you so you can focus on recovering and moving forward. We work hard to get you the best possible result and achieve a sense of justice for you and your loved ones.
Talk to a Chicago Police Misconduct Lawyer Today
When you’re ready to explore your legal options, we’re here to help. At Mitchell, Hoffman & Wolf, our initial consultations are always free. We’ll listen to the details of your case and determine the best course of action. We will not charge you a fee unless we win.
Your recovery is our top priority, and we’ll fight for you to get you the settlement you deserve so you can move forward and feel a sense of justice. Talk to a Chicago police misconduct lawyer today and learn how we can help.