Qang and other foreign citizens allege human rights violations committed overseas by the government of Burma on behalf of Railway Construction Company,a U.S.firm.To seek redress for their injuries in a U.S.court,these citizens can

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Bringing civil suits under the Alien Tort Claims Act is the best option for citizens who allege human rights violations committed overseas by a foreign government on behalf of a U.S. firm. This act provides jurisdiction for U.S. courts to hear cases of violations of international law and compensates victims for their injuries. Issuing a letter of credit or filing criminal complaints under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act are not applicable options in this case, and doing nothing would not provide any avenue for redress.

Qang and Other Foreign Citizens Allege Human Rights Violations Committed