Top 10 of 187 law firms for Wrongful arrest or false imprisonment, Actions against the police

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Wrongful arrest and false imprisonment in England covers claims that police unlawfully detain or arrest someone, breaching the person’s rights under common law and, where relevant, the Human Rights Act 1998. A solicitor in this area reviews the arrest process, gathers evidence such as witness statements, police logs, CCTV, and medical reports, and may warn or negotiate on liability and damages. They then issue and pursue a claim for damages in the County Court or High Court, on the client’s behalf, often seeking compensation for distress, time spent detained, and any financial losses caused by the detention.

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If the arrest is found unlawful, the solicitor can pursue damages for breach of fundamental rights and the consequences of detention, including any impact on employment or health. They manage evidence, liability issues, and procedural steps, ensuring compliance with court rules and exploring any settlement opportunities.

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Millie Cook

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My representative despite the horrible thing and the situation met me at the police station Colchester and was very understandable of the situation I was kept calm by Millie despite the police to antagonise me and would continuously stop them from over stepping the line the police are supposed to up hold the law after the interview Millie Cooke would give my self consent updates and if she was busy I would not wait long for Millie Cooke to get back to me she was very understanding about me wanting to know what’s going on I would highly recommend Millie Cooke for matters that if someone what wrongly accused because Millie won’t leave the person in the dark Kind regards Alexander clare P.s my apologies for my email address my daughter made me a temporary one as the police have my phone my apologies

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Katie Forrest

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I went with Forrest Williams as I liked the detail on their website and my initial conversation was comforting, I was then provided expert advice when i arrived for a police interview. I am not sure what went on behind the scenes but I received No further Action from the Police. i must thank Forrest Williams for all their hard work that went into my case and it was money well spent in my experience.

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