Oklahoma Section 1983 Litigation
Title 42, Section 1983 of the United States Code states:
"Every person who, under color of any statute, ordinance, regulation, custom, or usage, of any State … subjects, or causes to be subjected, any citizen of the United States or other person within the jurisdiction thereof to the deprivation of any rights, privileges, or immunities secured by the Constitution and laws, shall be liable to the party injured in an action at law …"
At Seymour & Graham, we represent individuals and classes of people who have had their civil rights violated by law enforcement personnel or other government agents in Oklahoma. We are experienced with these cases. We are aggressive in our pursuit of justice. And if your rights have been violated— we will spare no effort or resource in fighting for you.
Call our law offices in Tulsa at 866.308.6532 or contact us online and make arrangements for an initial consultation today.
The Basis of Section 1983 Litigation
As the U.S. Code suggests, anytime that the government or its agents (usually prosecutors or law enforcement personnel) act to deprive someone of their legal rights — even if they claim to be doing it under the authority of some other law —individuals who have been harmed may sue for compensation and other forms of relief.
Some of the more common claims that form the basis for Section 1983 litigation include:
- Excessive use of force by the police
- Use of improper restraints (chokeholds, etc.)
- Wrongful prosecution
- Wrongful convictions
- Wrongful imprisonment
- Deliberate indifference to the basic needs of prisoners
- First Amendment, due process and equal protection claims by public employees
Equipped to Deal with This Complex
and Ever-Changing Area of the Law
Cases involving constitutional law, Section 1983 and other congressional acts that relate to individual rights and liberties are constantly in flux — what was a solid case precedent last year in the 10th Circuit, may no longer be considered good law the next. Because of that, attorneys handling this kind of litigation have to keep their skills and knowledge as sharp as can be.
Our lawyers stay on top of these changes in the law and are experienced with the complex pleading requirements, various motions and affirmative defenses associated with Section 1983 cases and litigation in federal courts.
Contact Seymour & Graham, L.L.P.
Let our experience and proven ability to handle these cases work for you. Reach us in the heart of downtown Tulsa at 866.308.6532 or contact us online. We'll listen to you and provide an honest assessment of the situation and strength of your claim.
We generally handle Section 1983 claims and litigation on a contingency basis. In other words, you will be charged no legal fees unless we obtain a verdict or settlement on your behalf.
