Have your civil rights been violated? There are many types of cases that fall under the umbrella of “civil rights litigation.”  Many involve an element of unlawful discrimination based on your protected status, such as race, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, and military service.  Civil rights violations often arise in the contexts of employment, housing, public accommodations, government benefits, education, medical care, voting rights, and police misconduct.  Claims for violations of your civil rights may arise under both state and federal laws.  We could spend all day identifying the different types of civil rights cases that exist; suffice it to say, the field is expansive and ever-changing.  

At Gibson & Keith, we have the knowledge and expertise to give every civil rights case we take the time and attention it deserves. We know that unfortunately, abuses of power by people in positions of authority happen every day - and all too often, bad things happen to good people. The system is not always just, and this can affect citizens of any race, religious background or economic status. However, choosing lawyers with unrivaled tenacity and unwavering resolve will help you to balance the scales of justice and vindicate your rights.  

Because of the complex, time-consuming nature of civil rights litigation, we are very selective in deciding which civil rights cases to pursue.  We do not pursue every viable civil rights claim on behalf of every potential client – unfortunately, there are too many bad actors out there and not enough hours in the day for us to hold them all accountable.  If we are unable to assist you ourselves, we will do our best to refer you to another attorney we trust to fight for your rights.  

Thanks to our extensive trial experience, we are not afraid to hold people in positions of authority accountable for their actions before a jury, no matter the circumstance.  We are particularly passionate about civil rights cases that expose corruption, abuses of power, and arbitrary and capricious decision-making in our local communities.  We see civil rights litigation as a means by which to positively influence and improve the administration of our government and safeguard liberty and justice for all – especially the impoverished, the defenseless, and the oppressed.   If you believe that your civil rights have been infringed, do not settle for the unexceptional – choose bold legal representation.  Contact Gibson & Keith today to consult with one of our attorneys to see if we can help.