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LAS Cheers as Court Upholds Release of Police Disciplinary Records

The Federal Appeals Court decision affirms lawmakers' landmark repeal of "50-A", reports Newsday.

LAS Calls Out Disparities in Cuomo’s Marijuana Legalization Proposal

The Governor's proposal risks continued criminalization of communities of color, according to City and State.

LAS Decries Remote Court Proceedings in the Age of COVID-19

Defenders are facing hurdles protecting client's rights as a result of faulty remote hearings, as reported by Wired.

LAS in the News 02.12.21

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.

New Yorkers Incarcerated on Technical Parole Violations Hits Nine-Month High

The Legal Aid Society called on elected officials to enact the “Less is More Act" that would overhaul New York’s parole system, as reported by The Appeal.

LAS Urges Greater Outreach for NYC Anti-Eviction Measures

The low number of tenants who are submitting declaration of hardship forms demonstrates the need for better public engagement, reports Law360.

LAS Suit Challenges Rule Limiting Eviction Relief for Families

The lawsuit seeks to pause a catch-22 regulation requiring that tenants must face eviction before qualifying for FHEPS rent vouchers, reports THE CITY.

LAS in the News 02.05.21

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: Homeless New Yorkers Face New Challenges Accessing Shelter

The Legal Aid Society's Gabriela Torres-Lorenzotti joined Univision to discuss the barriers that people experiencing homelessness face during the current pandemic.

LAS Breaks Down the Earned Income Tax Credit

Shervon Small, Supervising Attorney for The Legal Aid Society's Low-Income Taxpayer Unit, discussed the ins and outs of the EITC with City Limits.