Who can file a lawsuit?
Under tort laws and civil laws in the United States, a person must have ‘standing to sue.’ This means that he must have suffered a legal wrong that the law can provide compensation for.
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Is it possible to recover attorney’s fees in a civil rights lawsuit?
If you file a claim to enforce your civil rights, such as your right to be free from discrimination under Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, or any other piece of civil rights legislation, you generally can recover your attorney’s fees as long as you are the prevailing party.
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In almost all states, punitive damages can be given if there have been some actual damages and egregious (outrageous) conduct by the defendant. Punitive damages are meant to “punish” a defendant’s actions.
→ Read MoreWhat sort of legal remedies are available if I sue?
The types of legal remedies that are available to you will vary depending on the type of litigation that you are involved in. For example, there may be a broader array of remedies available to someone who is suing under tort laws than for someone involved in a breach of contract dispute.
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Can I sue whenever someone interferes with one of my civil rights?
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