top of page

Daigle Law Group

 

Flower in Sunlight

New Podcast

Managing Public Protests:

Managing Complexity and Ensuring Preparedness

In this episode of the Guardian Mindset Podcast, Attorney Eric Daigle and special guest Captain (Ret.) Spencer Fomby discuss the intricacies of managing public protests. The podcast delves into the complexities of managing public protests, emphasizing the critical role of comprehensive training for officers and civilian leaders in charge. 

Daigle Law Client Success Advisor

Contact Information:

Katie Parrott

Client Success Advisor

Daigle Law Group, LLC

860-270-0060 ext 106

katie.parrott@daiglelawgroup.com

www.DLGLearningcenter.com

Schedule a meeting HERE!

Guardian Mindset Podcasts HERE

Daigle Law Legal Updates
 

DLG-Learning-Center-2021.png

Traffic Stops, Tensions, and Tragedy...
June 27, 2024

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals recently tackled allegations of use of excessive force in the case of Barnes v. Felix. This case comes in the aftermath of a tragic death in 2016, involving Officer Roberto Felix, Jr., and Ashtian Barnes, stemming from what began as a lawful traffic stop over outstanding toll violations.


 

Care or Consequence
April 26, 2024

Martinez v. High, a case out of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, recently explored the intersection of duty of care and the State-Created Danger Doctrine, challenging law enforcement to carefully balance their protective role with the potential dangers their actions or inactions may induce.




 

Use of Artificial Intelligence by Patrol Officers
April 4, 2024

Policies are the foundation of your organization and layout the guidelines for the success of your staff members. If you do not tell the staff what is expected of them, how can you guide them to success?
 

Sweeps, Safety, and Sentencing...
June 18, 2024

In United States v. Everett, the Fourth Circuit considered the actions of a defendant, following his involvement in drug distribution and charges for firearm offenses. The defendant, Everett, moved to suppress evidence obtained during his arrest. The defendant argued that officers violated his Fourth Amendment rights to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures when officers conducted a warrantless protective sweep of his home.
 

First Amendment Frontlines...
April 18, 2024

In recent developments regarding a First Amendment case that continues to be revisited, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals rendered its decision in the case of Villarreal v. City of Laredo. The crux of this case revolves around the critical balance between First Amendment rights in the evolving legal landscape surrounding citizen journalism...

 

Upholding Miranda Rights...
March 20, 2024

In a recent ruling from the First Circuit Court of Appeals, the case of United States v. Cowette has underscored the critical importance of upholding Miranda rights and the constitutional right to counsel during police interrogations.

 

Confrontation, Commands, and Consequences
April 30, 2024

The Eleventh Circuit considered a heated encounter between DeKalb County Police Officer Jordan Vance and Kenneth Howard, who, amidst a tense standoff involving a knife, was shot three times by Officer Vance. Howard survived the shooting and brought 42 U.S.C. § 1983 claims for excessive force against Officer Vance and DeKalb County

Thin Line Between Excessive Force and Family Rights
April 9, 2024

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has recently rendered a decision in the case of Waid v. County of Lyon, a case that centers on claims of excessive force used by two law enforcement officers.


 

Force, Filming, and First Amendment...
February 22, 2024

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals recent decision in Perkins v. Hart casts a spotlight on the challenging scenarios officers face on the ground, focusing on an arrest that raised questions about excessive force and First Amendment retaliation

 

 

The Vital Role of the First Amendment in Law Enforcement

The First Amendment guarantees freedoms of religion, expression, assembly, and petition. Its implications on Law Enforcement and Corrections Operations have been addressed by the Supreme Court in recent years. Do you have proper policies and effective training for First Amendment activities?


First Amendment Legal Updates:

Training Resources:

bottom of page