Threatened by a Federal Officer? A New D.C. Circuit Ruling Shows When You Can Sue the Government
You usually cannot sue the federal government for assault, but there is an exception for federal law enforcement officers. A new D.C. Circuit ruling shows how far it reaches, and the deadlines that apply.
Rude Treatment or a Real Injury Claim? A New D.C. Ruling on Assault and Emotional Distress, Explained
Being treated badly is not the same as being legally injured. A May 2026 D.C. Court of Appeals decision draws the line between an upsetting encounter and a real claim for assault or emotional distress.