QUESTION
Can I file a civil lawsuit in Michigan for excessive police force, illegal search, pain and suffering, split/torn tendons/ligaments?
Asked on Nov 28th, 2012 on Personal Injury - Michigan
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They even asked me to take off my shoes and walk barefoot after towing the car.
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Ronald A. Steinberg
You can file a civil lawsuit in State Court in Michigan, or in Federal Court in Michigan. You may sue the individual cops and the Police Department. The rules get complicated as to what claims to make against each defendant. If you do it yourself, then you should have your head examined. You need a real live lawyer; you have no idea what you are getting yourself into when you file such a case. If it is determined to be frivolous, you will be subject to penalties.
Answered on Nov 30th, 2012 at 6:27 AM
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It depends on the totality of the circumstances, your and the authorities actions. See an attorney with details. Such case are difficult but can lead to compensation if there is a provable wrong.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 10:53 PM
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Yes you can. These cases have incredibly short statutes of limitation!
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 9:23 PM
Personal Injury — Plaintiff Attorney serving Taylor, MI
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The question of damages is always the issue. The illegal search is probably immune from suit. The injury that you describe might be a 1983 action.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 9:16 PM