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Section 1983 Civil Rights Claims Against Government Officials in Alabama
Section 1983 Lawsuits: How We Hold Government Officials Accountable
At Kreps Law Firm, we file federal civil rights lawsuits against government officials who abuse their power. If your constitutional rights were violated by a state board, agency, police officer, or other public employee, we can help you file a claim under 42 U.S.C. § 1983—one of the most powerful tools available to everyday people in the fight for justice.
This isn’t about politics. It’s about accountability.
What is a section 1983 claim?
Section 1983 is a federal statute that allows you to sue government officials—in their individual or official capacity—for violating your constitutional rights under color of law. That includes violations of:
- First Amendment (Free speech, freedom of religion, retaliation)
- Fourth Amendment (Unlawful search and seizure, excessive force)
- Fifth & Fourteenth Amendments (Due process, equal protection)
- Eighth Amendment (Cruel and unusual punishment)
It applies to:
- State boards and agencies
- Administrative investigators and attorneys
- Licensing officials and government employees
- Police departments and correctional officers
- Public employers retaliating against whistleblowers
Types Of Section 1983 Cases We Handle
We focus on high-impact civil rights cases where the government acted outside the bounds of the law—and someone got hurt because of it.
Here’s where we step in:
Due Process Denied
You were disciplined, punished, or had a right taken away without fair notice, hearing, or impartial review.
Retaliation for Speaking Out
You voiced concerns about misconduct or corruption—and suddenly you became the target.
Unequal Enforcement
You were treated differently based on race, gender, religion, or personal affiliation without any rational basis.
Abuse of Power by Boards or Agencies
Licensing boards or public officials used vague rules, coercive settlements, or retaliatory investigations to silence or punish you.
Why Section 1983 Matters
These claims aren’t just about setting the record straight. They’re about making the government follow the law—just like the rest of us.
When we file a Section 1983 suit, we’re not just asking for damages. We’re:
- Seeking injunctions to stop ongoing abuse
- Demanding punitive damages when officials act maliciously
- Asking for attorney’s fees under 42 U.S.C. § 1988
- Forcing discovery of emails, texts, and internal communications that prove the abuse
And most importantly—we’re telling the government: You don’t get to violate rights and walk away.
Who can be sued under section 1983?
You can bring a Section 1983 claim against:
- Individual government employees (board members, police, agency investigators, etc.)
- Agencies and municipalities, when their policies or customs led to the violation
- Supervisors and decision-makers who condoned or failed to stop misconduct
We evaluate each case to determine the best legal theory and strategy for maximizing impact—and recovery.
Ready to hold them accountable?
If your constitutional rights were violated by someone in power, we want to hear your story. You deserve answers. You deserve justice. And if we can take your case—we’ll do everything we can to make sure the people who wronged you are held accountable in court.
Call Kreps Law Firm today or click below to schedule a case evaluation.
It’s your life. Your rights. And your fight. We’re ready.
Let’s make the government follow the law—for a change.