Pensacola, FL asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Personal Injury and Civil Litigation for Florida

Q: I filed a 1983 while in prison in fla doc. I was release befre my verdic or renderence of...i need to speak to somebody

Iwas at a medical unit and caused all kinds of problems and did not get my surgery that was approved by DOC

1 Lawyer Answer

A: Your inquiry is very vague. Sounds like you filed a Section 1983 civil rights suit while incarcerated complaining of lack of medical attention, which is a valid ground for suit under certain circumstances - but it's hard to tell from your inquiry whether it's ongoing, or a judgment was entered against you. In any event, for this type of case, you need to consult a civil rights attorney, or in the alternative, contact the Florida Justice Institute in Miami, (888)358- 2081, or the Human Rights Defense Center in Lake Worth, (561)360-2523.

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