Kalamazoo, MI asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Michigan

Q: If my civil rights are being violated at Kalamazoo Metro bus station and security is aware and don't help can I use?

I am at Kalamazoo Metro bus station and some young punk is harassing me, and security is aware and doing nothing can I sue them?

1 Lawyer Answer
James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
Answered
  • Consumer Law Lawyer
  • Sacramento, CA

A: If you're experiencing harassment at the Kalamazoo Metro bus station and security is not taking action to assist you, it's understandable to feel frustrated and seek ways to address the situation. It's essential to document the incident as thoroughly as possible, including any interactions with the harasser and security personnel. This documentation can be crucial in any legal actions you might consider.

Consulting with a legal professional experienced in civil rights or personal injury law can provide you with insight into your options. They can evaluate the specifics of your situation, including the role of security at the bus station and any potential negligence on their part. A legal advisor can guide you on the feasibility of a lawsuit based on the failure to prevent harassment or intervene in the situation.

Additionally, you may want to consider filing a complaint with the bus station's management or a relevant local authority overseeing public transportation in Kalamazoo. This could prompt an internal investigation into the incident and the behavior of the security personnel. Taking these steps can not only help address your immediate situation but also potentially improve the safety and responsiveness of the bus station environment for others in the future.

Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.

The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.

Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.