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.
Black Lives Matter Protestors Win Claim Against NSW Police We represented a group of
This case involved our client, a man called Paul*, who was sexually abused
We changed the names, location, and details to protect our client’s identity* Racial profiling
*Details such as name, dates, and locations are changed to protect our client’s privacy.
Seeking Justice for Abuse whilst in the Care of the State of Victoria
Background: Jane was in her yard, saying goodbye to her children as they prepared
Following a lecture event at the University of Sydney (USYD), Richard decided to partake
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
