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Defending Your First Amendment Rights

The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm: Protecting Your Voice

Free speech is more than just a legal concept—it is a foundational civil right that The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm is dedicated to upholding. We believe that your constitutional right to express ideas, opinions, and information should never be silenced by unlawful government interference.

Whether through spoken words, written communication, or expressive conduct on matters of public concern, we act as fierce advocates to ensure your voice is heard. We understand that free speech is vital to:

  • Public discourse and debate
  • Political participation
  • Holding the government accountable
  • The free exchange of ideas in workplaces, schools, and public forums

While the government may attempt to claim that speech is unprotected, we know the nuances of the law. We are prepared to challenge the government’s narrative and fight for your protection in complex contexts.

Ohio Free Speech & Civil Rights Advocacy

Free speech rights in Ohio are fortified by both federal and state law, yet violations occur frequently. The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm aggressively enforces these protections, prohibiting government entities and officials from censoring, restricting, or retaliating against you.

We provide robust representation for:

Public Employees facing workplace censorship.
Students and Faculty at public schools and universities.
Protesters and Demonstrators exercising their right to assemble.
Journalists and Media Members reporting on public issues.
Private Citizens who face backlash for interacting with government entities.

Fighting Government Retaliation & Suppression

The most common violation we see is retaliation—punishment by a government actor for simply speaking the truth. The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm does not tolerate intimidation. We represent individuals who have faced:

Discipline, demotion, or wrongful termination for speaking out on public matters.
Retaliation for blowing the whistle on misconduct or corruption.
Unconstitutional restrictions on peaceful protests.
Punishment for speaking to the media.
Viewpoint-based censorship or selective enforcement of rules.

Building Your Case To hold the government accountable, we work tirelessly to prove the essential elements of your claim:

  1. You engaged in constitutionally protected speech.
  2. A government actor took adverse action against you.
  3. That action was motivated by your decision to speak out.

Challenging Unlawful Restrictions

Government entities often attempt to suppress speech by claiming their restrictions are “neutral” or “necessary.” The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm scrutinizes these regulations. We challenge overreaching restrictions to ensure they are:

Truly content-neutral, not a mask for censorship.
Narrowly tailored to serve a legitimate interest, not a broad ban.
Applied only to time, place, and manner, not your viewpoint.
Leaving open alternative channels for you to express yourself.

Securing Compensation for Constitutional Violations

When your rights are violated, an apology is not enough. We fight to make you whole. The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm seeks full compensation for the damages you have suffered, which may include:

Lost Wages & Benefits: Recouping income lost due to retaliatory firing or suspension.
Emotional Distress: Compensation for the mental anguish caused by government harassment.
Reputational Harm: Restoring your good name.
Financial Losses: Reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses.
Punitive Damages: Penalties levied against bad actors in egregious cases.
Attorney Fees: Ensuring the cost of litigation is covered by the wrongdoer.

Our Track Record: Settlements & Verdicts

The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm has a proven history of successfully representing clients in high-stakes cases involving violations of the First Amendment.

Notable Results

$1,275,000

FIRST AMENDMENT VIOLATION

The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC, represented two police officers who spoke to media on matters of public concern.
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$265,000

FIRST AMENDMENT VIOLATION AGAINST POLICE OFFICER

The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC, represented a police officer who spoke to media.

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These results reflect our firm’s deep experience handling civil rights cases and our refusal to back down in the face of government misconduct.

Important Disclaimer

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every free speech case is different and depends on its specific facts, evidence, and legal circumstances. No two cases are the same, but our dedication to our clients remains constant.