{"id":1996,"date":"2021-12-02T15:41:03","date_gmt":"2021-12-02T15:41:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cochranfirm.com\/atlanta\/?post_type=practice_areas&#038;p=1996"},"modified":"2026-04-30T14:33:47","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T14:33:47","slug":"civil-rights-violation","status":"publish","type":"practice_areas","link":"https:\/\/www.cochranfirm.com\/atlanta\/civil-rights-violation-attorney\/","title":{"rendered":"Civil Rights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Atlanta Civil Rights Violation Lawyers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, known as the Bill of Rights, guarantee every American citizen personal liberty and freedom. When another person or the government violates your civil rights, you may have the right to file a&nbsp;civil rights violation lawsuit seeking justice and compensation for your injuries. When the civil rights violations result in death, you may have a wrongful death claim.&nbsp;Contact The Cochran Firm Atlanta for free consultation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I have a civil rights violation&nbsp;case?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If anyone associated with you was subjected to a civil rights violation that caused their death because of another person or a government body, then you can file a civil rights violation case.\u00a0In this case, it is imperative to contact a law firm in Atlanta that has a team of expert lawyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the challenges I face in\u00a0getting the solution that I desire?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Civil rights cases can be complex, and important decisions about your case can be really complicated. Your wrongful death attorney will determine which laws apply, whether you need to file a claim with the government, and where you should file your&nbsp;civil rights violation lawsuit. If you believe that you have suffered a civil rights violation, contact The Cochran Firm Atlanta today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What solution does The Cochran Firm Atlanta offer to victims of civil rights violations?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;wrongful death attorneys at The Cochran Firm Atlanta are experienced in this specialized area and can aggressively investigate civil rights wrongful death cases in your behalf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our Civil Rights Results<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cochran Firm was founded on the principle of defending the civil rights of all Americans. We have a long and proud history of holding powerful corporations and government bodies accountable for discrimination, misconduct, and abuse. Our attorneys have secured <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cochranfirm.com\/atlanta\/our-results\/\"><strong>over $30 billion<\/strong> in verdicts and settlements<\/a> for our clients, including these landmark civil rights cases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Record $192.5 Million Settlement:<\/strong> Against the Coca-Cola Company. This is the largest settlement of a racial discrimination case against a private employer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$76 Million Verdict:<\/strong> Against New York City. NYPD undercover officers unjustifiably and severely beat two men, one of whom received brain damage. No weapons or drugs were in the vehicle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$33 Million Jury Verdict:<\/strong> Against the City of Los Angeles Police Department and a rental car company when switched license plates led to a traffic stop and subsequent police misconduct that caused permanent injuries to a surgeon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$18 Million Settlement:<\/strong> Awarded to the family of a victim who was shot and killed by a Chicago police officer who mistakenly assumed the victim had a gun. This is reported to be the largest police misconduct\/wrongful death settlement in Chicago.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$10.9 Million Settlement:<\/strong> Against Oakland Police officers (known as the \"Riders\") when 119 individuals were falsely arrested, had drugs planted on them, and were subjected to excessive force. This case brought reforms to the Oakland Police Internal Affairs Department.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Confidential Settlement:<\/strong> Against the John Deere Company when a 30-year employee was twice denied ownership of a dealership due to his race.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Overturned Murder Conviction:<\/strong> For Elmer \"Geronimo\" Pratt, who was wrongly jailed for over 20 years for a murder he did not commit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While we are proud of these landmark results, we know that every civil rights lawsuit requires a tailored strategy to expose injustice. If your rights have been violated by a government entity or corporation, the time to act is now. Contact The Cochran Firm Atlanta for a confidential case evaluation. We are prepared to utilize our vast resources to ensure your voice is heard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cochranfirm.com\/atlanta\/contact\/\"><strong>GET A FREE CONSULTATION<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the first step towards resolving my queries regarding a civil rights violation claim?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you think you have a civil rights violation case, seek the advice of an experienced&nbsp;<a href=\"\/atlanta\/wrongful-death-lawyers\/\">wrongful death attorney&nbsp;<\/a>immediately. Our&nbsp;wrongful death attorneys will explain the law, time limits, and your specific rights and file a&nbsp;civil rights violation lawsuit on your behalf. Call The Cochran Firm Atlanta today at&nbsp;<a href=\"tel:4042229922\">(404) 222-9922<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to file a civil rights violation claim? Contact our wrongful death lawyers, who have expertise in wrongful death cases involving&nbsp;<a href=\"\/atlanta\/auto-accident-claims\/\">auto accidents<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"\/atlanta\/truck-accident-claims\/\">truck accidents<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"\/atlanta\/medical-malpractice-claims\/\">medical malpractice<\/a>,&nbsp;civil rights, and&nbsp;<a href=\"\/atlanta\/nursing-home-abuse\/\">nursing home abuse<\/a>. Call The Cochran Firm Atlanta toll-free at&nbsp;<a href=\"tel:4042229922\">(404) 222-9922<\/a>, or send us your queries using this&nbsp;<a href=\"\/atlanta\/contact\/\">inquiry form<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2449,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"Atlanta Civil Rights Lawyer | The Cochran Firm","_seopress_titles_desc":"Your civil rights matter. If they have been violated, The Cochran Firm Atlanta will stand up and fight for justice. 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