Sword and Shield: A Practical Approach to Section 1983 Litigation

Section 1983 claims are as
legally and factually complex as ever. Every official policy or conduct of state
government is potentially subject to a suit on some constitutional or statutory
theory of liability – such as tracing the lines of authority that set forth the
parameters for an illegal search and seizure claim, or examining the emerging
retaliation theories brought by public employees. This guide provides you with a practical
approach to this technically difficult and ever-evolving area of
law.

Advice from leading professionals From large urban cities to rural
villages, from school boards to transportation authorities, this book covers
topics such as:


• Comprehensive review of the fundamentals of Section 1983 litigation;
• Procedural intricacies of Section 1983 litigation in federal court
identifying ripeness, forum choice, and removal, and more;
• A comprehensive overview of Section 1983 litigation into state court,
including a discussion of state court jurisdiction, forum choice co