Book Description
A reliable source on Section 1983 litigation. Authoritative commentary includes coverage of Monroe and the modern Section 1983 Action; Parratt and the scope of due process; excessive force, private violence, and Section 1983; and enforcing the laws under Section 1983. Also discusses municipal liability, state sovereign immunity, and personal immunities.
About the Author
Professor of Law, Tulane Law School
Section 1983 Litigation in a Nutshell FROM THE PUBLISHER
Monroe and the Modern Action; Parratt and the Scope of Due Process; Excessive Force, Private Violence, and Enforcing Federal "Laws" Under Municipal Liability; State Sovereign Immunity; Personal Immunities; Damages and Injunctions and Declaratory Relief; Attorney's Fees; Choice of Law and Section 1983 in the State Courts; Preclusion and Abstention and Related Doctrines; Section 1983 and Habeas Corpus; Bivens and Federal Officer Liability; Jurisdiction and Procedure.
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