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Reasonableness in Real Time: Understanding Use of Force Beyond the Headlines

Law enforcement use of force is one of the most scrutinized issues in modern policing.Public debate often moves faster than the law, and officers are frequently judged in real time through news clips, social media commentary, and incomplete video footage. In many cases, the “court of public opinion” reaches a verdict long before investigators, prosecutors,Continue reading “Reasonableness in Real Time: Understanding Use of Force Beyond the Headlines”

Representing Those Who Protect Us: Civil Representation for Law Enforcement

Let’s get something straight — being a law enforcement officer in today’s world isn’t for the faint of heart. Officers are expected to make split-second decisions, often with limited information, and yet they’re held to a standard that leaves zero room for human error. It’s a job with high stakes and even higher scrutiny —Continue reading “Representing Those Who Protect Us: Civil Representation for Law Enforcement”