FAQ

When making an arrest, police are only allowed to use as much force as reasonably necessary. The level of force deemed acceptable is determined by various factors, including:

• the seriousness of the crime committed
• whether the suspect is resisting arrest or trying to flee the scene
• the reason to believe there is an immediate threat to police officers or others
• the officer’s decisions leading up to the use of force

There are many instances where police officers exceed the level of force required that violate Fourth Amendment Rights, which can result in a civil or criminal lawsuit against the officer and department.

There are strict rules that law enforcement must follow when it comes to the privacy rights of its citizens. When those rules are not followed, such as performing a search or arrest without a warrant or probable cause, the result can be an illegal search and seizure.

Qualified Immunity was established in 1967 and protects police officers from personal liability in misconduct cases. The basic concept is that lawsuits are only allowed if the police violated “clearly established” law. This means in order to move forward with a lawsuit, we must point to an already existing case that has substantially similar facts to your case. If no previous case exists, then the police officer is immune from any further legal action.

The Fourth Amendment in the U.S. Constitution protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government and its officials. The Fourth Amendment protects against searches and seizures that are deemed unreasonable under the law. Police officers must have a valid warrant or probable cause in order to search your person, car or home.

Filing a claim is your first step to ensure you receive the justice you deserve after becoming a victim of police brutality. Many are often confused or overwhelmed when standing up to the government, but know you are not alone. The deadlines to file a claim can vary from several weeks to several years and it can be difficult to decipher without proper legal representation. You do need to act quickly, and Greg Peacock Law can assist in this important first step.

Police misconduct cases are highly complex and require legal expertise in order to navigate the process from start to finish. Lawsuits against police departments can be intimidating since you are going up against an institution that is known to protects its own with potential to cover up bad acts or deny responsibility. Greg Peacock is experienced and qualified to help you achieve the justice you deserve and his law firm is 100% dedicated to fighting police misconduct.

There can be significant monetary remedies that victims can recover if they have suffered from police brutality. Greg Peacock Law works hard to recover the maximum damages on your behalf based on the facts of your case. Police misconduct cases are complicated and have specific legal procedures that require experienced legal representation. Greg Peacock Law has settled many cases outside of court based on damages for:

• Pain and suffering
• Costly medical expenses
• Lost wages and future earnings
• Mental anguish and humiliation
• Attorney fees
• Punitive damages

Greg Peacock Law believes that everyone deserves an equal shot to justice. We work on a contingent fee basis which means there is no upfront costs for you and we only get paid if your case is successful. Most often, this fee is a percentage of the amount you recover. We provide full details to our clients on what to expect for any fees or expenses as it relates to your case.