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Marko Law Firm

What is Section 1983 of the U.S. Code?

Section 1983 is a federal statute that provides individuals with a legal avenue to sue for violations of their constitutional rights or federal laws by someone acting "under color of" state or local law. It is often used to address civil rights violations by government officials or entities.

Marko Law Will Give You A Voice

At Marko Law, we don’t just take cases — we take a stand. Whether you're facing an injury, injustice, or outright negligence, our team fights like it’s personal — because to you, it is.

  • Over $500 Million recovered for our clients
  • Proven track record in civil rights, personal injury & workplace justice
  • Free, confidential consultations — you don’t pay unless we win
  • Based in Detroit, trusted across Michigan


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