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Civil Rights and Section 1983 Cases

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Civil Rights & Section 1983 Cases

 

At The Cromer Law Group PLLC, we fight to protect the constitutional rights of individuals whose freedoms have been violated by law enforcement or government officials. Based in Detroit and Southfield, our attorneys represent clients throughout Michigan in civil rights and police misconduct cases under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 — the federal statute that holds government actors accountable for abuses of power.

 

Understanding § 1983 and Government Liability

Under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, individuals can bring civil actions against any person acting “under color of state law” who deprives them of constitutional rights. These claims often involve police officers, municipalities, and corrections officials.

A key precedent, Monell v. Department of Social Services, 436 U.S. 658 (1978), established that municipalities can be held liable for civil rights violations caused by their policies or customs. Our firm uses this doctrine to expose systemic misconduct in law enforcement and local government agencies.

 

Common Civil Rights Violations We Handle

Our team has successfully represented victims in cases involving:

  • Excessive force and police brutality

  • False arrest, illegal searches, and unlawful detention

  • Malicious prosecution and fabricated evidence

  • Jail or prison neglect and deliberate indifference to medical needs

  • Racial discrimination and First Amendment retaliation

We apply Sixth Circuit precedent, including Bruner v. Dunaway, 684 F.3d 429 (6th Cir. 2012), and Crawford v. Metro. Gov’t of Nashville, 555 F.3d 466 (6th Cir. 2009)*, to build strong constitutional claims in both state and federal courts.

 

Why Choose The Cromer Law Group

With more than 27 years of litigation experience, Ronnie E. Cromer, Jr. and his team provide aggressive, strategic representation in Michigan’s Eastern and Western District federal courts, as well as Wayne and Oakland County Circuit Courts. We combine deep knowledge of constitutional law with investigative skill, expert consultation, and courtroom experience to pursue justice for our clients.

We believe every case has a story worth telling — and we make sure yours is heard.

 

What To Do If Your Rights Were Violated

If you believe your rights were violated:

  1. Document everything immediately — names, badge numbers, and witness details.

  2. Preserve all evidence — photos, videos, police reports, or medical records.

  3. Contact us right away to discuss your case before key evidence disappears.

Our attorneys will review your claim, explain your rights, and take decisive steps to hold the responsible parties accountable.

 

Contact Our Civil Rights Team

If you or a loved one has suffered from police misconduct or a violation of civil rights, call (248) 809-6790 or contact us online for a confidential consultation.

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Disclaimer

This information is provided for general educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Every case is unique, and prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.

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