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What You Need to Know About Verifying Housing History with the Department of Homeless Services (DHS)

When you apply for family shelter, you will have to prove where you lived for the past two years. If you have trouble proving your housing history, DHS may say you are “ineligible,” which means...

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What You Need to Know About Addressing Bad Shelter Conditions

You have the right to a clean and sanitary shelter unit, which means the unit should be in good repair and not have a problem with mice, rats, or bugs.

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What You Need to Know About Bringing a Lawsuit Against the Department of Homeless Services

There are several steps you must take if you plan to sue DHS for civil damages. While Legal Aid does not represent clients in this type of case, here is some general information about how...

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What You Need to Know if a Shelter Lost or Damaged Your Stuff

If your shelter lost or damaged your stuff, you can file a lawsuit in Small Claims Court for up to $10,000.

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What You Need to Know About Lump Sum Payments and Medicaid Eligibility

Information about receiving a lump sum payment from Medicaid and how it may affect your eligibility or coverage.

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What You Need to Know About Navigating the Juvenile Delinquency Process in NYC

Navigating the juvenile justice system can be challenging without help. Having an attorney by your side is critical and should be a first step to protecting your rights. Our attorneys are available to assist you...

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What You Need to Know About Choosing a Legal Structure for Your Small Business

Businesses can operate under different legal structures, but not every entrepreneur needs to register with the state. If you start operating on your own without forming a separate legal entity, you are automatically considered a...

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What You Need to Know About Starting a Nonprofit in New York

Starting a nonprofit can be a rewarding way to serve your community and create a lasting impact. But just like starting any business, it requires planning and following legal steps. Below is a quick overview...

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What You Need to Know About the Treatment of Transgender Persons in Custody

Under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Standards, transgender and intersex persons have some particular protections while in custody. Showers need to be private. There are some limits on searches. Jail and prison officials should...

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What You Need to Know if a Person in Custody Has Been Sexually Assaulted

Prison and jail officials have a legal duty under the Constitution to protect people from sexual abuse, both from staff and from other people in custody. Jail and prison authorities in New York also should...