Your Rights Under the First Amendment

First Amendment lawsuits are usually filed in federal court and involve claims against government officials for restricting your speech. While you can file on your own, working with an experienced attorney in Kentucky or Ohio improves your chances—and legal fees may be recoverable if you win.

How do First Amendment lawsuits work, and do I need an attorney?Read More

The First Amendment only protects your speech from government actions—not private companies or individuals. In Kentucky and Ohio, most free speech lawsuits must involve a government actor to move forward.

Can I sue a person or company for violating my free speech rights?Read More

If a government agency deleted your comment on social media because of your opinion, it may violate your First Amendment rights. In Kentucky and Ohio, agencies must apply content rules fairly and cannot censor criticism.

Is it legal for a government agency to delete my comments on social media?Read More

If a mayor or council member uses Facebook for government business, they can’t block you based on your viewpoint. Courts in Kentucky and Ohio have ruled that this kind of online censorship may violate the First Amendment.

Can a mayor or council member block me on Facebook?Read More

If you were banned from city hall or a government building because of something you said, that may violate your First Amendment rights. In Kentucky and Ohio, bans without clear reasons or due process are often unconstitutional.

What should I do if I was banned from city hall or a government building?Read More

If a government official silenced you during a public meeting because of your viewpoint, you may be able to sue for a First Amendment violation. This includes being interrupted, skipped, or cut off during public comment in Kentucky or Ohio.

Can I sue if I was silenced during a public meeting?Read More

You have the right to speak during public comment at city council meetings. If you’re kicked out for your viewpoint—not because you were disruptive—it may violate the First Amendment, especially under Kentucky and Ohio law.

What are my rights if I’m kicked out of a city council meeting?Read More

You have a constitutional right to attend public meetings. If you’re kicked out for expressing your opinion rather than being disruptive, it may violate the First Amendment—especially under Kentucky and Ohio law.

Can the government legally kick me out of a public meeting?Read More