Jail Neglect and Abuse

Jail Abuse and Medical Neglect Lawyer

Once a citizen is taken into police custody, the police department and the jail assume responsibility for that person’s safety. If an inmate is injured or dies because of medical neglect, abusive treatment, or negligence, then the city or county may be financially liable.

Jails present many dangers and inmates have little recourse to complain. Civil rights attorney John Burris has won notable victories for victims of jail medical neglect, including awards to family members of those who died in custody. We practice in the SF, Oakland, Bay Area, Los Angeles, and throughout the state of California.

“A nation’s greatness is measured by how it treats its weakest members.”
"— Mahatma Gandhi"