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LAS in the News 07.25.25

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

LAS Remembers Ronald J. Tabak, Pro Bono Pioneer

Ron was an ardent and engaged supporter of the work of The Legal Aid Society for nearly forty years.

LAS Sues FDNY Over Failure to Release Facial Recognition Records

The FDNY used unregulated Clearview AI facial recognition technology at a local protest and shared that information with NYPD.

LAS in the News 07.18.25

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

LAS in the News 07.11.25

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

Bronx Tenants From Fire-Ravaged Buildings Demand Action From City

Tenants are demanding the City of New York take immediate emergency action to require the notorious landlord Ved Parkash to complete repairs so they can return to their homes.

LAS Secures Ruling to Force Implementation of Housing Voucher Reform, Expansion

The ruling requires Mayor Adams to begin implementation of legislation that reforms and expands the CityFHEPS voucher program.

Listen: LAS Calls for Reforms to Child Welfare Reporting and Investigations

Attorneys are urging Governor Hochul to sign a bill that would end anonymous reports to the State Child Abuse Hotline.

Listen: Court Faults State for Suspension of Solitary Confinement Reforms

Katherine Haas recently joined The Capitol Pressroom to discuss a victory for Legal Aid's Prisoners’ Rights Project.

LAS in the News 07.04.25

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.