Excessive force by the police violates the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. In addition, an individual who has been a victim of excessive force may have a viable lawsuit against the arresting officers and even the municipality that employs them. This webinar will address the elements of civil rights excessive force claims and the defenses such as qualified immunity. Given societal and political evolutions, this webinar will also discuss practice tips and address how these claims may play out in the immediate future.

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