Critical Incident Response and Investigation

By Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist A law enforcement officer-involved critical incident (herein referred to as critical incident) typically refers to any event in which a person is seriously injured or killed as a result of an officer’s use of...

Hiring and Retention

By Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist  Disclaimer: The primary focus of this article is the liability associated with negligent hiring and retention of law enforcement officers (LEOs) as well as specific legal requirements for hiring set forth in...

Inmate Suicide Prevention

By Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist Inmate Suicide Prevention Inmate suicide is a critical issue in local jails, posing significant emotional, legal, and financial risks. Corrections officers play a vital role in preventing these tragedies. This...