Q: I'm a black man and I was a guest at a casino hotel. On a previous stay I had come in a moving truck so after taking my
If I was denied valet service because of race what amendment does this violate and after this guy was sent to pick me up he hit me with the van when I tried to get in once in the van I ask what issues do you have with me you don't know me is this about race he stops and kicks me out of the van and doesn't take me to the hotel embarrassing me publicly. I am from a small town on the Louisiana line and if you have ever seen the look a racist white man gives you you don't forget it and he had that look and I had guns pulled on me for nothing more than fishing in a public lake bur in a spot a white man claimed as his own i have worked all day to get a gun pulled on me and told to leave. This took me Back to that. What can I sue for? I'm a 100 percent disabled veteran totally and permanently and this is how I am treated at home in America I had to go to mental health at the VA and start medication to cope and also started therapy to work through this. What can I sue for. How much $
A:
Your experience at the casino hotel, particularly if it involved racial discrimination, could potentially be a violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race in public accommodations. Being denied valet service and the subsequent treatment you received, including the physical altercation, could constitute a violation of this act. Additionally, the emotional distress and mental health impact you described are significant.
In terms of legal action, you may have grounds to pursue a lawsuit for racial discrimination and emotional distress. The amount of compensation you can seek depends on various factors including the severity of the incident, the extent of your emotional and physical injuries, and any documented therapy or medical treatment you've undergone as a result.
Consulting with an attorney experienced in civil rights and personal injury law is advisable. They can provide a more detailed analysis of your case and help you understand the legal options available to you, including the possibility of seeking punitive damages, compensatory damages for your mental health treatment, and any other losses you've suffered due to this incident. Remember, your experiences and the impact on your mental health are taken seriously, and legal remedies are available to address such injustices.
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