BRIEFLY

Posts from Joshua Newville, a Minnesota employment lawyer, civil rights attorney, and mediator.

Nov 13, 2014

#Pointergate Highlights Mpls Police Union As Barrier To Accountability

In August 2012, I wrote about the problem with the City of Minneapolis dispensing with civilian review of police officers’ conduct. That...

Jun 18, 2013

Increase in Minneapolis Police Misconduct Lawsuits: a Result of Failed Oversight?

A civilized society depends on a well-maintained police force dedicated to service and protection. However, when officers stray from the...