Civil rights case law

Civil rights case law refers to legal cases that address the protection and enforcement of individual rights as guaranteed by the Constitution and federal laws, particularly regarding discrimination and equality. Key cases, like Brown v. Board of Education, challenged segregation and established the principle that separate facilities are inherently unequal. Other landmark cases focus on voting rights, free speech, and equal protection under the law. These decisions help shape societal norms and laws around civil liberties, ensuring that all individuals have the right to fair treatment regardless of race, gender, religion, or other characteristics.