At Lyons & Associates, we believe that no one is above the law, including law enforcement itself. That principle is at the heart of a lawsuit recently filed by our attorney, Hon. Lara K. DiFabrizio, J.S.C. (Ret.), on behalf of Angela Mancini, a New Jersey mother and licensed professional counselor whose rights were allegedly violated […]
At Lyons & Associates, P.C., we understand that every individual—regardless of their detention status—has fundamental rights, including access to adequate medical care and to be treated with decency. Inmates in New Jersey correctional facilities are entitled to necessary medical care, and when those rights are denied or violated, legal action may be required to seek […]
At Lyons & Associates, P.C., we believe in holding law enforcement accountable when they overstep their authority. We all have constitutional rights. If you or a loved one has experienced police misconduct, it is important to understand your rights and the options you have in seeking justice. Our experienced civil rights attorneys are here to guide […]
By Eric Marcy, Esq. In Federal civil rights actions under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, supervisors are frequently named as defendants, even in circumstances were the supervisor was not directly involved or did not even have knowledge of the actions of the subordinate that gave rise to the claimed deprivation of civil rights. Shift Commanders, Lieutenants, Captains, Deputy […]
