Read about the many cases where O’Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors have successfully sued the state, police and institutions on behalf of our clients. We litigate for things like unlawful arrest, false imprisonment, malicious prosecution and much more.
Police unlawful conduct with an individual who suffers from a complex neurological disorder At
In early 2018, Caleb* dropped off his mother at Dulwich Hill Light rail station
At O’Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors, we are committed to protecting your rights and
Cancer diagnosis delayed by prison officers’ failure to take him to medical attention While
Client unlawfully stopped and searched Rebecca* had gone to support and care for an
Background: What Happened Tim* was in possession of knife and his mother contacted the
Police use breach of the peace to dispose of domestic disagreements In this case
Background: What happened Lily* was a young person in a NSW juvenile correctional centre,
Suspect Target Management Program (STMP) results in false imprisonment Police placed Brandon* on a
Background: What Happened Lara* was walking down the road with a friend when they
In this case study, police ignore pre-existing health conditions as they violent assault a
False imprisonment when enquiring with a Police Station George’s* partner took out a Protection
Unlawful search on the street Anya* is a serving NSW Police Officer. Anya and
Bystander moved by officers while recording a police interaction Logan* alighted his train at
Drug dog indication not sufficient to establish reasonable suspicion Liam* walked through a busy
Suspect apprehended using excessive force Casey* stood by his car at a local takeaway
Youth program facilitator abuses position of trust and authority As a young person several
Mikey* was an underage youth. However, he attended an all-ages music festival. While waiting
Seeking Justice for Abuse at Religious Boarding School Chantelle* lived at a religious boarding
Monica* is a woman with dementia who resides in an aged care home in
Police arrest peaceful protestor at climate change demonstration John* attended as a peaceful protestor
Apprehended Personal Violence Order (APVO) application George* was having a dispute with his neighbour.
In this article we explore the case of Jacob who police arrested without reasonable
Young boy battered by youth officer Police detained Caleb* at the age of 15.
