Court Tightens Rules for Suing Cities: Big §1983 Ruling in April 2025
Can you hold a city responsible for police misconduct under §1983?
In Maharaj v. City of New York, the Court of Appeals just clarified that a city isn’t liable just because an officer violated your rights.
To win, you must prove an official policy, a widespread custom, or failure to train caused your harm.
This ruling raises the bar for civil rights claims in New York.
I broke it down in simple terms so you know what to expect in 2025.
Read the full update here: [https://www.yassilaw.com/post/....court-of-appeals-upd
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