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Protesting is a Right, But What's Legal and What's Not?
Civil rights attorneys weigh in on this foundational American exercise
What Is Disparate Impact Discrimination?
A Minnesota lawyer weighs in on a lesser-known aspect of discrimination
Business Closings, Gatherings and Stay-at-Home Orders
New York civil rights lawyers weigh in
Was I a Victim of Police Brutality or Misconduct?
When Pennsylvania police are observing due process, and when they violate civil rights
What Constitutes Excessive Force by Oregon Police?
How it's defined, and how to protect your civil rights
Can I Get Evicted in Idaho During COVID-19?
Due to the pandemic, the state has issued a temporary moratorium on evictions
How to Sue If You're Assaulted by Police or Prison Guards
Your civil rights when it comes to police brutality in Massachusetts
What Civil Rights Laws Protect People with Disabilities?
An overview of disability rights in Maryland, and what to do to protect them
Can I Sue for Abuse in Prison or Jail?
What warrants legal action, what to prove, and how to pursue it in Illinois
How do I know if my vote is being obstructed in Ohio?
Protect your rights by understanding common ways your vote can be denied
What is Considered Excessive Force by an Officer?
How Virginia defines police misconduct, and how to seek justice
Masterpiece Theater
Parsing the recent Supreme Court decision on gay rights and religious freedom
What Constitutes Police Misconduct?
When can you file suit against law enforcement in North Carolina
California's Legal Protections for Sexual Orientation
It’s a protected status, making discrimination illegal for any business
What to Do If You Suspect Housing Discrimination
Minnesota tenants facing housing discrimination must act fast to protect their rights
How to Exercise Your Right to Vote in Iowa
Even with accommodating voting laws, Iowans should understand their rights
An Election Law Primer for Coloradoans
Voters can protect their civil right by understanding the law
What You Need to Vote in Florida Elections
Early registration, identification and provisional ballots in Florida
What are the Rules for Student Protests and Walkouts?
How New York youths can exercise their civil rights
The Ways You Can Break the Law by Protesting
The First Amendment isn’t all-encompassing when assembling in Georgia
What Does ‘Plead the Fifth’ Mean?
A constitutional primer if you’re in the position to submit to questioning
Getting an Unflattering Internet Post Taken Down
Working with sites and posters to remove defamatory information online
Why Police Misconduct Cases Often Don’t Make it to Trial
The process to seek justice in Minnesota courts
The Process to Report Police Misconduct
The paths to take, or perhaps reconsider, in Minnesota
Infringing on the Public's Right to Know
Washington juggles open meeting laws and privacy concerns
Freedom of the Press for Students in Washington
New Voices laws give protections against media censorship
Can Students Walk Out Without Punishment?
What is and isn’t protected speech in Texas public schools
Felons in Florida Can't Vote
But that may be changing
Challenging the Baltimore Curfew
The city has the strictest curfew laws in the country. Here’s what you should know
What Speech Isn't Protected?
Fighting words, inciting violence and hate speech in New England
Does Law Enforcement Need a Warrant to Search Your Cellphone?
Warrant requirements and civil rights violations with mobile devices
There's Something Happening Here
How to avoid running afoul of the law while protesting in NYC
Navigating D.C. Gun Laws
The district issues its first gun permits, but the process is under fire
Carrying With Common Sense
Where licensed gun owners can and cannot bring their gun in Texas
Can I Be Arrested for Swearing at a Police Officer?
Our free speech rights intersect with other laws
What You Need to Know About New York Voting Rights
Civil rights lawyers weigh in
'Am I Free to Leave, Officer?'
Helpful legal tips should you face police misconduct in Colorado
An Overview on Civil Rights Law
How to evaluate whether or not you have a case
An Overview on Disability Law
Common areas of legal protection
An Overview on Discrimination Law
Understanding common legal issues and questions
An Overview on Defamation Law
When your reputation is harmed by someone else's false statement
How to Ensure Your Vote Will Count in Wisconsin
What you need to know about your voting rights
What to Know About Open Carry Laws in Texas
The new law has created questions among handgun owners who possess a concealed handgun license
Does the Patriot Act Protect or Harass?
There's a thin line between spying and monitoring
When Can You Shoot in Self-Defense?
Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law changed the circumstances