State Accountability

Government Accountability

Magrath O’Connor handles cases against public officers including claims against the Provincial and Federal Governments for negligence, abuse of public office, misfeasance in public office, Constitutional and Charter breaches, and vicarious liability of  the Crown and governmental agencies for their employees and agents. Claims against the crown or municipalities are often subject to special, shortened limitation periods, so make sure to consult a lawyer promptly.

Magrath O’Connor also handles cases involving the police and prosecutors for negligent investigation, malicious prosecution, wrongful imprisonment and abuse/misfeasance in public office. In cases of police violence in particular there are frequently numerous parallel internal and independent proceedings – but few of these have victim compensation as their main objective. Consult one of our lawyers about your rights and avenues for redress.