Civil rights laws in Michigan and in the United States exist so that people of all races, genders, abilities, and orientations have the chance to thrive and live peacefully. If someone has violated your rights, our lawyers in Flint want to know about it so we can advocate for you.
The Flint personal injury lawyers at Christensen Law firmly believe in putting the client first, always. Call today so we can assess your case at no charge and explain more about the ways in which we make our clients’ lives easier. The sooner you call, the sooner we will start to champion your legal rights.
No Civil Rights Case Is Too Small or Too Challenging for Our Flint Attorneys
Our Flint civil rights lawyers are dedicated to protecting your legal rights, no matter how or where the violation took place. Some of the cases we help with include:
Civil Rights Violations at Work or School
When applying for a job, a promotion, a scholarship, or a spot at your dream school, you deserve to be given a fair chance. Once you start work or school, you should be treated with respect and not have to put up with verbal abuse, unreasonable expectations, or fear of reprisal for reporting inequitable treatment.
Christensen Law builds cases against discriminatory institutions by requesting copies of their files and locating witnesses who can support your story.
Civil Rights Violations Committed by the Police
The Flint Police Department, the Michigan State Police, and all other law enforcement bodies have a duty to:
- Treat everyone equally
- Use force only when necessary, and avoid excessive force
- Not abuse their powers by arresting or imprisoning people under false pretenses
We understand how intimidating it is to bring a case against such a powerful, respected institution after suffering police misconduct. Our civil rights attorneys in Flint will handle all communications with the at-fault party, their lawyers, and their insurance company so you do not have to talk to them.
Civil Rights Violations at the Voting Booth
It is admirable that you want to do your civic duty and vote. The law says—and our civil rights law firm agrees—that you should not encounter any interference, intimidation, abuse, or harassment when you go to cast your ballot.
If at any point the liable party offers to negotiate, Christensen Law will represent you at these negotiations. We are familiar with the insurers’ manipulative tactics and will not let them undermine or undervalue your case.
Civil Rights Violations Against the Rights of Prisoners
Being convicted of a crime does not give the state or federal government carte blanche to treat you however they want to. You are still entitled to:
- Necessary medical treatment
- A basic standard of care and respect, free of abuse or violence
- The chance to serve your sentence in peace and earn your release
- The same rights and opportunities as everyone else once you are released
Our legal team will visit the prison where the violation took place and pay close attention as you share your story. For us, one of the most important parts of the legal process is sitting down with our clients and letting them explain what happened in their own words.
For these and other civil rights violations, call our team now for a free consultation.
After a Michigan Civil Rights Violation, You Could Recover Damages
The civil rights lawyers at Christensen Law want to hold the liable party accountable by making them pay for everything they took from you. We are prepared to negotiate hard for a just settlement or take your case to court. In fact, we assume all of our cases will go to trial so that we are always prepared, no matter what happens.
As part of our commitment to helping you recover financially after an act of discrimination, we will charge no attorneys’ fees until we win your case. If we do not recover damages, you owe us nothing, period.
If the Civil Rights Violation Has Affected You Financially
For many people, a civil rights violation is a blow to their financial security and future. Our lawyers help people like you seek reimbursement for:
- Loss of wages, if you were injured too badly to work, fired unjustly, or denied a raise that you know you deserved
- Lost employment opportunities, if you were turned down for a job or could not get the education you needed to pursue your career
- Medical costs, if you suffered physical or psychological injuries that required professional intervention
- Other associated costs, if you were unable to fulfill your normal household or familial duties and had to pay others to do them for you
If the Civil Rights Violation Has Affected You Physically and Mentally
Often, the greatest impact that a discriminatory act has is not to your wallet, but to your health and state of mind. You deserve fair compensation for:
- Physical pain and suffering caused by any bodily injuries you sustained or illnesses you contracted
- Emotional distress, if the violation and its consequences were upsetting enough to impact your mental health (e.g., by causing anxiety or sleep problems)
- Loss of quality of life, if you cannot go to certain places or participate in certain activities because of the violation of your rights
- Loss of consortium, if your relationship with close relatives has suffered because of your negative experiences
These non-economic damages will not undo the act of discrimination you suffered, but they will ensure the liable party pays a fair price for violating your legal rights.
Our Flint Law Firm Will Seek Everything You Deserve
As our client testimonials show, Christensen Law always puts clients first by providing sensitive advice and aggressive representation. We will devote all of our resources to pursuing the money you need for your physical, financial, and emotional losses.
Call today to find out how our legal team will serve you. The initial consultation is free and confidential. We are eager to hear from you.
Our Attorneys Advocate for the Civil Rights of Everyone in Flint
Mich. Comp. Laws Ann. § 37.2102, part of the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, defines civil rights as the ability to pursue your wants and needs “without discrimination because of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, familial status, or marital status.”
No matter who you are or what marginalized groups you are a part of, our Flint civil rights law firm wants to advocate for you.
Gender, Sexual Orientation, and Your Civil Rights
Members of the LGBTQ+ community should be free to use the clothing, facilities, and names and pronouns that suit them best. They also have the right to be as open about their identity as they choose without worrying if it will affect their opportunities or safety.
Many people, especially women, also experience discrimination and sexual harassment, regardless of whether they are also part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Disability and Your Civil Rights
People with disabilities constitute America’s largest minority group. Despite the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which entitles disabled individuals to protections like reasonable accommodations at work and accessible public spaces, the world remains a difficult place for all too many people to navigate.
In addition to the ADA, Michigan has several state laws on the books to protect disabled citizens. Our civil rights attorneys in Flint will use them to advocate for you.
Race, Color, and Your Civil Rights
Discrimination of race and color takes many forms, from the subtle (e.g., falsely claiming an apartment is already taken once the landlord finds out the prospective tenant is Black) to the overt and immediately dangerous (e.g., chasing and beating someone because they are of Asian decent).
No kind of discrimination is ever acceptable. Christensen Law wants to know what type of civil rights violation you experienced so we can start seeking justice right away.
Weight and Your Civil Rights
Discrimination based on weight is not discussed as often as other kinds of civil rights violations. It is, however, explicitly mentioned in the Elliot-Larsen Civil Rights Act, and our Flint law firm will step in to protect you if you were harassed or denied opportunities or services because of your weight.
National Origin and Your Civil Rights
Abusing someone because of their appearance or accent—for instance, assuming by the way someone talks that they are undocumented and denying them services based on that assumption—is one example of a civil rights violation based on national origin.
The lawyers at Christensen Law strongly believe that everyone in Flint, Michigan, is entitled to a baseline level of respect and dignity, no matter what they look like, who they love, or where they were born. If anyone has infringed on your rights in any way, we encourage you to let us know. We will fight for as long and as hard as necessary to protect you.
Let Our Flint Lawyers Protect Your Civil Rights
Call Christensen Law so that we can start on your case as soon as possible. Our Flint civil rights lawyers will take swift and decisive action to protect your rights and secure the compensation you need and deserve. We offer free consultations and charge no upfront attorneys’ fees.
