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Police Brutality In Minneapolis, Minnesota

Taxpayers are starting to question why so much of their money goes to cleaning up after the police, divvying out massive settlement compensation to people who were violated by law enforcement.    “This is a whole system problem…
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Minneapolis City Council President Balks at High Cost of Police Misconduct Settlements

If you're doubting whether or not police brutality lawsuits actually result in payouts for victims, you only need to consider the data. A recent report has highlighted the fact that Minneapolis alone has paid out tens of millions of dollars…
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How do Minnesota Police violate the 4th Amendment in police misconduct actions?

Minnesota – February 12, 2021 Police are supposed to secure a warrant before they can search a designated area, or person, but there are daily exceptions to the practice of obtaining a warrant.  Police can search automobiles without warrants,…
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Minnesota’s Legacy of Police Brutality

George Floyd is the most famous victim of police violence in the United States. Bystanders took and shared video footage of a group of officers who stood above George Floyd as one police officer kept his knee on Floyd’s throat for eight minutes…
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Minnesota, Discussing Actionable Police Behavior

Police officers are required to investigate crimes and arrest anyone who does wrong. Officers lawfully use force and strategic methods when they are carrying out their official duties. Even though officers are given a lot of authority due to…
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Police in Minnesota may be more likely to harm suspects with mental health issues

Duluth, MN - Police officers are put in a difficult situation when they have to deal with suspects who seem violent or unstable. However, they are trained to resolve these kinds of conflicts and request additional help when necessary. In these…
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Journalist Blinded After Allegedly Being Struck in the Eye by Police During a Protest in Minneapolis

Journalists and news crews have been attending many of the protests occurring over the death of George Floyd to document these events as they unfold. Unfortunately, many journalists are finding that they are becoming a target for protestors…
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Minnesota Police Involved in Fatal Shooting

Veteran police officers from four agencies exchanged fire on April 22nd, 2020 with a 24 year old armed suspect, killing him. The officers chased the man because he allegedly stole snacks from a gas station in Mankato before fleeing the police. Law…
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How will damages be calculated after a severe police beating is captured on video in Minneapolis Minnesota?

While all police beatings are clearly inappropriate, this is especially true when there is video evidence to document an extreme level of misconduct. In these kinds of situations, victims will usually have large amounts available to them in…