There is a reputation among a certain type of lawyer for ambulance chasing, where they offer their services to sue on behalf of victims of accidents. Have there been any incidences of enterprising lawyers seeking out OWS protests in advance of police actions, to set up what they need to better sue the municipalities involved on behalf of beaten/assaulted protesters or bystanders? Would this be a practical approach for a lawyer to take?
I realize this may go against the spirit of changing the system, since this is using a semi-corrupt piece system itself. But, it may also reduce the likelihood of police brutality if they know there are lawyers looking for opportunities to make some cash off their brutality; not hippy civil-rights lawyers, but shark-like trial lawyers that see the cops as a potential new Beamer.
It is also an interesting legal tact in general, since the scene of the potential crime is known beforehand. I'm not sure if there are many other situations where that comes can be said.
Think of it as another form of wealth redistribution to the 99%.