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Civil Rights: Fighting for Victims of Discrimination or Abuse
Have your civil rights been violated? Our civil rights lawyers can help. At Berman & Simmons, we have a long history of fighting for Maine residents whose federal or state civil rights or constitutional rights have been violated.
We are committed to ensuring that you enjoy the benefit of all rights to which you are entitled under law.
Berman & Simmons trial lawyers have successfully settled and tried police brutality, sexual discrimination, employment discrimination, religious discrimination, disability rights, gender discrimination, education rights and prisoner abuse cases.
If your rights have been violated, we can help you recover appropriate damages. Berman & Simmons civil rights lawyers are recognized for our experience and resources, which are unmatched in Maine.
We have experience handling the following types of cases:
- Rights Under The United States Constitution and 42 U.S.C. Section 1983
- Maine Constitution and Maine Human Rights Act
- Sexual Discrimination, Gender Discrimination, Title VII
- Employment Discrimination, Wrongful Termination, Retaliatory Discharge, Whistleblower and Retaliation
- Age Discrimination in Employment Act ("ADEA")
- Police Brutality, Excessive Force, Assault by Police Officer
- Prisoner Abuse, Jail Abuse, Claims Against Corrections Officers
- Discrimination in Education
- Discrimination Based Upon Race, Religion, Ethnicity, National Origin and Sexual Orientation
- Equal Protection or Due Process Claims
- Discrimination Based Upon Disability, Americans With Disabilities Act ("ADA")
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If you or a loved one's civil rights have been violated and you want to learn more about what you can do, contact one of our specialized civil rights lawyers. We know the law, we can explain your rights to you, and we will protect your interests.
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