Minnesota Civil Rights & Impact Litigation Lawyers

Over 50 Years Fighting for Civil Rights Victims in Minneapolis & Nationwide

At Nichols Kaster PLLP, we represent individuals who have suffered civil rights violations in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and across the country. Our team is passionate about standing up for everyday people who have sustained life-changing losses due to the wrongful conduct of employers, the government, lenders, and other institutions. We regularly take part in impact litigation that challenges laws and policies causing widespread harm in communities, working to force changes that can benefit not only the individuals we serve but also the places where we all live and work.

Schedule a free and confidential consultation by calling (877) 344-4628 or by contacting us online. Hablamos español.

Civil Rights Cases We Handle

We handle all types of civil rights and impact litigation cases, including but not limited to the following.

• Consumer Protection Cases
  Consumer protection cases focus on protecting individuals from unfair or deceptive business practices, including fraud, false advertising, and other actions that harm consumers.
• Discrimination Class Actions
  Discrimination class actions are lawsuits brought by groups of individuals who have suffered systemic discrimination based on protected characteristics such as race, gender, age, or disability.
• Healthcare & Patient Rights Cases
  These cases address health insurance denials based on protected characteristics such as disability, race, and sex.
• Qui Tam – False Claims Act Cases
  Qui tam cases allow whistleblowers to bring lawsuits on behalf of the government against those who have defrauded government programs. The False Claims Act allows individuals to receive a portion of any damages recovered.
• Labor & Human Trafficking Cases
  Labor rights cases address workplace discrimination, wage violations, and unsafe working conditions. Human trafficking cases target the exploitation of individuals through forced labor or sex trafficking.
• Training Repayment Agreement (TRAP) Cases
  These cases challenge employer contracts that require workers to remain employed for a set period or pay a penalty to leave. Depending on the circumstances, these agreements may be unlawful.
• Student Rights Cases
  Student rights cases cover disputes involving educational institutions, including free speech on campus, due process in disciplinary proceedings, and accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Constitutional Rights Cases
  These cases address violations of the protections guaranteed under the U.S. Constitution, including due process, equal protection, and First Amendment rights.
• Fair Housing & Tenants’ Rights Cases
  Fair housing cases challenge unlawful discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on protected characteristics. Tenants’ rights cases protect individuals from illegal evictions, habitability failures, and related violations.

If you believe your civil rights have been violated, or if you’ve faced unlawful discrimination, reach out to our Minneapolis civil rights attorneys. We have the resources and experience to advocate tirelessly for you.

Compensation Available to Civil Rights Victims in Minnesota

If your civil rights have been violated by an employer, a lending company, an insurance provider, or another entity, you may have the right to sue for damages. Depending on your situation, recoverable losses can include lost income or wages, emotional distress, and other out-of-pocket expenses resulting from the violation of your rights.

Punitive Damages, Attorneys’ Fees, & Contingency Representation

In cases involving particularly egregious conduct, punitive damages may be available to punish wrongdoers and deter future violations. Federal civil rights law also allows successful plaintiffs to recover attorneys’ fees from defendants, meaning the cost of legal representation doesn’t have to stand between you and justice. Civil rights cases are commonly handled on a contingency fee basis, so no attorney fees are owed unless compensation is recovered. If you’re uncertain whether you can afford to pursue a claim, that concern shouldn’t stop you from seeking a case evaluation.

Impact Litigation: Challenging Policies That Harm Entire Communities

Impact litigation goes beyond resolving a single dispute. It targets laws, policies, and institutional practices that harm entire groups of people, with the goal of producing systemic change alongside individual relief. We leverage our resources and technology to help clients file, prepare, and pursue lawsuits that challenge the rules and practices causing the broadest harm.

We work closely with nonprofits, legal services organizations, and private public-interest law firms to secure results in these matters, and we partner with reputable impact litigation organizations advancing policy work across the country. Nationally recognized for representing clients of all backgrounds in both local and federal courts, we bring the depth of a complex civil litigation practice to cases where the stakes extend far beyond any one individual.

Why Hire Our Minnesota Civil Rights & Impact Litigation Lawyers?

For decades, we’ve fought on behalf of everyday people who have suffered losses after being denied their basic civil rights. Our attorneys are passionate about helping victims pursue justice and enacting changes that protect and empower communities throughout Minnesota and beyond.

We provide personalized, compassionate legal counsel and dedicated advocacy at every stage of the legal process. Our firm has earned First Tier rankings from U.S. News & World Report and awards from ALM and the National Trial Lawyers, and our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and pro bono work reflects our broader mission for social justice. With over 50 years of experience in complex civil litigation, our Minneapolis civil rights attorneys bring the resources and tenacity that cases of this magnitude require.

Contact us at (877) 344-4628 to request a complimentary case evaluation. Hablamos español.