Tasers are meant to be a less violent alternative for law enforcement, but the number of police Taser lawsuits indicates there’s something else going on.
When compared to a gun, a Taser or stun gun is less dangerous since fewer people die from them. But that doesn’t mean the weapons are harmless. They pack a powerful punch, and the barbs Tasers shoot out implant into your skin.
So what do you do if police have unfairly used a Taser on you? A lawsuit may be warranted, but there are a few things to consider first.
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- Don’t Tase Me Bro: Boise Man Sues Over Excessive Shocks (FindLaw’s Legally Weird)
- $2.8M Settlement in Taser Brain Damage Case (FindLaw’s Injured)
- How to Sue the Police (FindLaw’s Injured)
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