what type of lawyer do i get

Providing necessary medical treatment can be a required part of what the state has to do. Refusing such necessary medicine and access to medical assistance can be the basis for a Section 1983 Civil Rights lawsuit against the government.

It would be worth your while to consult with an attorney familiar with the judges and practices in the Boston federal court to explore your options.

Check with a lawyer in your locale to discuss more of the details.

Good luck to you.

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You might contact the law offices of Howard Friedman, in Boston. He handles police misconduct litigation. If he does not handle they might be able to refer you.