CIVIL RIGHTS & POLICE MISCONDUCT
FIGHTING FOR THE INJURED ACROSS NYC
WHEN POWER IS ABUSED, WE STEP UP TO PROTECT WHAT MATTERS MOST—YOUR RIGHTS.
In a just society, law enforcement officers are meant to serve and protect—not to intimidate, injure, or discriminate. But when police officers cross the line—whether through excessive force, false arrest, or racial profiling—the damage can be life-altering. These aren’t just violations of protocol. They are violations of your civil rights, and the law gives you the power to fight back.
At Luis Guerrero Law, we represent victims of police misconduct and civil rights abuses throughout New York City, including in the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island. With over two decades of litigation experience, we combine legal firepower with compassion, ensuring every client feels both protected and heard.
WHAT IS POLICE MISCONDUCT?
Police misconduct occurs when law enforcement officers violate the rights of civilians. This can include physical abuse, verbal threats, racial or ethnic discrimination, false imprisonment, or illegal searches without a warrant or probable cause. In many cases, the misconduct is more than a personal injustice—it is a violation of constitutional rights protected under state and federal law, including the Fourth, Fifth, and Fourteenth Amendments, and 42 U.S.C. §1983.
COMMON CIVIL RIGHTS VIOLATIONS WE HANDLE
FALSE ARREST AND WRONGFUL IMPRISONMENT
Being arrested or detained without legal justification
EXCESSIVE FORCE AND POLICE BRUTALITY
Unreasonable or violent actions by law enforcement
UNLAWFUL STOP AND FRISK
Targeting civilians without reasonable suspicion
ILLEGAL SEARCHES AND SEIZURES
Violating your right to privacy and property without a warrant or cause
RACIAL PROFILING AND DISCRIMINATORY POLICING
Targeting individuals based on race, ethnicity, or national origin
MISUSE OF TASERS OR K-9 UNITS
Causing injury through reckless or unjustified use of police tools
ASSAULT IN JAIL OR WHILE IN CUSTODY
Abuse by officers or other inmates while incarcerated
WRONGFUL DEATH CAUSED BY POLICE MISCONDUCT
Losing a loved one due to unconstitutional actions by law enforcement
HOW WE BUILD A POWERFUL CASE
Every civil rights case requires more than emotion—it requires strategy, investigation, and trial-readiness. Our firm has the experience and tenacity to take on even the toughest defendants, including large police departments and municipal agencies.
PRESERVE CRITICAL EVIDENCE
We immediately seek to obtain body camera footage, dashcam videos, radio dispatch logs, and 911 call recordings before they are lost or destroyed.
INTERVIEW EYEWITNESSES AND EXPERTS
We locate civilian witnesses, gather surveillance video, and consult with medical experts, forensic analysts, and civil rights professionals.
USE THE RIGHT LEGAL TOOLS
We file claims under state tort law and federal statutes, including Section 1983, which provides a direct legal pathway to hold police and government actors liable for constitutional violations.
PURSUE FULL COMPENSATION
We demand financial recovery for physical injuries, emotional trauma, wrongful incarceration, reputational harm, and where applicable, punitive damages to deter future misconduct.
TAKE CASES TO STATE AND FEDERAL COURT
We are prepared to file your case in either the New York State Supreme Court or U.S. District Court for the Southern or Eastern Districts of New York, depending on which forum gives you the strongest position.
WHY CHOOSE LUIS GUERRERO?
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28+ Years of Litigation Experience
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Deep Familiarity With NYPD Misconduct Patterns
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Hands-On, Personal Representation—You Work Directly With Attorney Luis Guerrero
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Track Record of Success in High-Stakes and Emotionally Complex Cases
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No Legal Fees Unless We Win Your Case
We’re more than just a law firm—we’re a line of defense. We combine the strength of a warrior with the precision of a courtroom tactician, ensuring that your voice is heard, and your rights are respected.
DON'T WAIT—DEADLINES MATTER
If your civil rights have been violated by police or government agents in New York City, don’t wait. Evidence can disappear quickly, and deadlines to file claims are strict, especially when dealing with city or state agencies.
Let Luis Guerrero Law protect your rights and help you pursue justice with dignity and force.
CONTACT US
Address
14 Penn Plaza, 9th Fl.
New York, N.Y. 10122
Phone
917-997-1116