Mississippi Civil Rights Lawyer for Serious Injuries from Law Enforcement Misconduct
If you or a loved one suffered serious injury while in the custody of police, sheriffs, jailers, or other law enforcement agents in Mississippi, Coxwell & Associates can help. Our Jackson-based civil rights attorneys focus exclusively on cases involving serious physical injuries caused by excessive force or misconduct.
We do not handle minor claims, unlawful arrests without injury, or emotional distress cases without corresponding serious harm. Only cases with substantial physical injuries are eligible.
Civil Rights Cases We Handle
Our team accepts cases involving severe injuries sustained during arrest or while in custody at city or county jails, state detention facilities, or police custody, including:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Broken jaw, orbital, or facial bones requiring maxillofacial surgery
- Loss of limb or permanent loss of limb function
- Severe internal injuries or organ damage
- Death while in law enforcement custody
- Serious burns caused by negligence or scalding water in detention
- Assaults causing permanent physical injury
- Serious injuries from improper taser use (e.g., heart complications)
- Delay or denial of medical care resulting in permanent harm
Important Case Considerations
Not all incidents involving law enforcement misconduct qualify. Cases may be disqualified if the client resisted arrest, as force used in response to resistance may not be actionable. Our attorneys carefully review each potential case to ensure it meets our criteria for serious civil rights violations.
Why Choose Coxwell & Associates
- Experienced Attorneys: Over 70 years of combined experience representing clients in serious civil rights and personal injury cases across Mississippi.
- Direct Attorney Involvement: Work directly with attorneys, not just a case manager.
- Homegrown & Local: We are Jackson-based and deeply familiar with Mississippi courts and local law enforcement procedures.
- Results-Focused: We are dedicated to helping clients pursue justice and fair compensation for serious injuries caused by law enforcement misconduct.
Contact a Jackson, MS Civil Rights Lawyer
If you or a loved one suffered severe injuries due to police brutality or excessive force in Mississippi, contact Coxwell & Associates today to schedule a consultation. We only accept cases involving serious physical harm, so minor or non-physical claims will not be considered.
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