Law Enforcement
Law enforcement officers individually along with the elected officials that employ them are facing increased scrutiny among the news media and the general public. Naturally, sensationalized headlines are followed by public discourse and an increased willingness, even eagerness, to file suit against police departments and sheriff’s offices along the with officers and deputies that serve those agencies.
Erlingson Banks is focused on our representation of the men and women in law enforcement. In the current political climate, we understand the unique challenges facing those who have sworn to protect and serve our community. Because of our experience representing law enforcement agencies, our attorneys have developed a specialized knowledge of the both procedural and substantive defenses and immunities provided by the law.
We defend law enforcement officers in state and federal court in cases involving the following issues:
- Civil rights, 42 U.S.C. §1983
- Excessive force
- Protesting
- Wrongful arrest and prosecution
- Wrongful death
- Unlawful search and seizure claims
- Excited delirium
- Police pursuit
- Automobile accidents
Related
- Risk Management
- Civil Rights §1983 Litigation
- ADA Litigation
- Jail Suicide Litigation
- Gross Negligence
- Governmental Immunity
- Automobile Accidents
From the Blog:
Erlingson Banks Participates in BRBA’s Holiday Star Project
Erlingson Banks always enjoys supporting the Baton Rouge Bar Association's Holiday Star Project! We are honored to be a small part of such a wonderful project aimed at giving joy to those most in need this holiday season.
Crime Stoppers Hosts Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Awards Luncheon
Erlingson Banks was proud to sponsor the 6th Annual Capital Region Crime Stoppers Law Enforcement Appreciation Awards Luncheon hosted last week. Congratulations to Major Willie Stewart with the East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office for receiving the Award of Excellence. :...
Mary Erlingson and Brooke Simon Attend Unmasking Domestic Violence Fundraiser
Erlingson Banks attorneys Mary Erlingson and Brooke Simon had a great time at the Unmasking Domestic Violence fundraiser, benefiting Iris Domestic Violence Center. Iris offers services to men, women, and children who have been affected by domestic abuse and family...