Civil Rights Attorneys in West Virginia
Civil rights attorneys handle cases where government officials — including police officers, correctional staff, and other public employees — violated your constitutional rights. These cases are most commonly brought under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, the federal law that allows individuals to sue state and local government officials personally for constitutional violations. Whether you were beaten, falsely arrested, denied due process, or targeted because of who you are, a civil rights attorney can help you hold the government accountable.
AttorneyBen Salango
Ben Salango is a powerhouse in West Virginia litigation, having built a career on securing hundreds of millions of dollars for individuals who have been failed by institutional power. Based in Charleston, his work at Sal... Read More →
AttorneyTeresa Toriseva
Teresa Toriseva is a prominent civil rights and personal injury attorney based in Wheeling, West Virginia, with a distinguished record of holding law enforcement agencies and government entities accountable for constitut... Read More →
State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits
For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.
W. Va. Code § 55-2-12(b)
Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.
No general pre-suit notice requirement under the West Virginia Governmental Tort Claims and Insurance Reform Act. Claims must be filed within the 2-year SOL.
West Virginia has not modified the federal qualified immunity doctrine. Federal standards apply to § 1983 claims.