Civil Rights & Police Misconduct

The powers given to local, state and federal government authorities are broad and immense. In our democracy, however, those powers are not unlimited. They are held in check by what the framers of our Constitution so eloquently once termed "certain inalienable rights".

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Freedom of expression, freedom of religion, the right to privacy and several protections against the abuse of police power are included among those rights.

Proven record of success in these difficult cases
In addition to the first-ever jury verdict against the Rhode Island State Police, I have obtained settlements and verdicts in cases involving the Connecticut State Police, the City of Stonington, the City of Westerly, and other state and local authorities. My record in these types of claims has not gone unnoticed by my peers; other lawyers and law firms  seek out my expertise or refer their clients to me directly.

Specific types of police misconduct and other civil rights cases that I handle include:

• False arrest or false imprisonment claims
• Use of excessive force, police brutality
• Probable cause, racial profiling
• Unconstitutional First Amendment restrictions
• Whistleblower retaliation
• Due process and equal protection claims
• Government invasions of privacy

Don’t let police misconduct or abuses of government power go unchallenged. Protect your legal rights to recover compensation and protect the constitutional rights of others. If you have been the victim of police misconduct in Connecticut or Rhode Island, contact me by phone, email, or complete the online form to schedule a free consultation.
CT: 860-886-2800
RI: 401-596-0808
​bradley@michaelbradleyatty.com