As the police are supposed to be on the front line in upholding the rule of law, it can be particularly distressing if you are the victim of police misconduct. Whether you have been subjected to false imprisonment, wrongful arrest, malicious prosecution or assualt and battery, you should not suffer in silence. You have every right to demand an apology, seek redress or pursue a claim of compensation if you have not been treated correctly.
If a member of your family has died whilst in police custody or prison, whether due to self-harm or the actions of others, you will probably want to find out as much information as possible about the circumstances of their death and to ensure that steps are taken to prevent a similar tradgedy. We have expertise of this particularly sensitive area of law, and can help you understand your options and decide on a course of action with you.
We have many years experience in dealing with actions against the police and the prison service, and can give you professional yet friendly help and guidance at what can be an extremely stressful time. Our department deals with all aspects of deaths in such circumstances – whether by way of Public Inquiries, Inquests or litigation including judicial review.
