Section 1983 & Police Misconduct
Unlawful arrests, excessive force, retaliation, and other constitutional violations by police and government officials.
Grable PLLC · San Antonio, Texas
Texas Civil Rights & Anti-SLAPP Lawyer
Section 1983 police misconduct, TCPA defense, and creator rights. Trial and appellate advocacy from a combat veteran, serving clients across Texas.
How we help
Focused on Your Constitutional Rights
Anti-SLAPP (TCPA) Defense
Sued for speaking out? The Texas Citizens Participation Act can end meritless suits early and shift fees.
YouTube & Content Creators
First Amendment, defamation, TCPA, and the right to record police and public officials.
Second Amendment Rights
Section 1983 challenges, unlawful firearm seizures, and getting seized firearms returned.
Based in San Antonio, Grable PLLC serves clients statewide across Texas, with select matters outside Texas handled pro hac vice or with local counsel.
Also: all civil rights matters, appeals, and business disputes.
Track record
Selected Results
Past results disclaimer: Past results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome in any future matter. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own facts and law. Results described depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. Client testimonials are not a guarantee of any result.
Class Action – Products Liability
Matson v. NIBCO Inc. / Garcia v. Matson
W.D. Tex., No. 5-19-CV-00717-RBF (2021); 5th Cir., No. 21-51151 (2022)
$7.65 million settlement, affirmed on appeal
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act
Portée v. Morath
U.S. District Court, W.D. Tex., No. 1:23-CV-551-RP (Nov. 20, 2023)
Permanent injunction against the Texas Education Agency
A federal suit for military spouse Hannah Portée under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act’s license-portability provision (50 U.S.C. § 4025a), added by the Military Spouse Licensing Relief Act. On Nov. 20, 2023, the court declared that the Texas Education Agency and related defendants violated federal law in handling her application and permanently enjoined them from enforcing that licensing requirement against her.
U.S. Department of Justice case page · Stars and Stripes op-ed (Dec. 7, 2023)
Civil Rights – Fifth Circuit
Degenhardt v. Bintliff
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, 117 F.4th 747 (2024)
Affirmed in part, reversed in part, and remanded
Anti-SLAPP – TCPA Appeal
Drew v. Belver
Tex. App.—San Antonio, No. 04-20-00483-CV (2021, pet. denied)
TCPA dismissal affirmed on appeal; petition for review denied
Brandon has also obtained millions in civil rights settlements for clients.
Client reviews
What Clients Say
Past results disclaimer: Past results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome in any future matter. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own facts and law. Results described depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. Client testimonials are not a guarantee of any result.
"When my constitutional rights were violated, Brandon Grable was the only attorney who truly understood what was at stake. His military background gave him a unique perspective on my case, and his tenacity in the courtroom was remarkable. He fought for me like I was family, securing a result I never thought possible. Brandon doesn't just know the law – he knows what it means to fight for principles and for people."
Brandon at Grable Law was incredibly helpful in guiding me through my legal questions. He took the time to explain the law in a way that was easy to understand and helped me clearly see my options. His knowledge and patience made a big difference, and I truly appreciate the support. Highly recommend!
While in san antonio I found Mr grable very knowledgeable about my issues with public access and personal trespassing notices. I thanked him for all the knowledge and resources at my disposal.
Brandon and his staff did an excellent job with the legal process. The amount of research and detail that went into the lawsuit was eye opening. I would definitely hire him again.
Grable PLLC Blog
Your Rights, Explained
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What Texas’s New AI Law Means for Police Identification, Biometric Data, and Your Constitutional Rights
The appeal did not decide whether the facial-recognition search was constitutional. But the case confirms that this technology is no longer a hypothetical issue for Texans.
Can Police Use Google Location Data to Identify You in Texas?
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Can You Get Police Body Camera Footage in Texas?
How to Request Bodycam Video—and Why Police Departments May Refuse to Release It
But obtaining police body camera footage in Texas is not always simple. Even when a recording clearly exists, a law enforcement agency may delay its release, redact portions of it, or ask…
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