Aggressive Defense Against Section 1983 Lawsuits
At Dukes, Dukes, Keating & Faneca, P.A., our attorneys strive constantly to provide high quality, cost-effective legal representation for governmental agencies throughout Mississippi. Our focus on achieving excellence in legal service has led to our inclusion in the Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers, an honor which is available only to AV-Rated* law firms and attorneys.
We have worked with a number of law enforcement agencies, schools and other public entities to defend against governmental liability claims brought under Section 1983 of Title 42 of the United States Code. We provide aggressive, respected representation. For an initial consultation, call our Gulfport, Mississippi, office toll free at 888-542-2034 or contact us online.
Section 1983 governmental liability claims are handled primarily by lead attorneys Cyril T. Faneca Jr., Trace McRaney and Bobby R Long. As a client at our firm, you will work directly with one of these attorneys throughout your case.
Handling a Wide Range of Governmental Liability Claims
According to Section 1983, anyone who misuses governmental authority or power in a way that causes injury to another may be liable to pay for damages. Many of the claims we defend against involve:
- Allegations of police brutality / use of excessive force
- Litigation over civil rights violations
- Abuse of civil liberties
- Negligence
- Physical and sexual abuse
Other Section 1983 governmental liability claims can include almost any misuse or abuse of power on behalf of almost any public official.
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Methods
Our attorneys are very capable, aggressive, experienced and respected litigators. However, litigation incurs a high cost in both time and taxpayer dollars. We often recommend that our clients consider ADR methods such as mediation or arbitration as ways to reach a more cost-effective, timely resolution.
If you would like to discuss defense against a 1983 governmental liability claim, call our office at 888-542-2034 or contact us online. We look forward to meeting you and learning about your case.
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