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LAS Backs Drive to Legalize Recreational Marijuana

Reformers are calling for revenue from the marijuana industry to benefit communities impacted by drug laws, according to NY1 News.
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LAS Wins Petition to Intervene on Behalf of Homeless New Yorkers

A federal judge granted a motion by The Legal Aid Society and Lowenstein Sandler LLP on behalf of individuals using rent subsidies funded by New York City’s Special One-Time Assistance program, reports POLITICO New York.
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LAS Statement on the Election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris to the White House

"We hope that the next administration will take immediate action to tackle the multitude of unprecedented challenges that we currently face."
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LAS in the News 11.06.20

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.
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LAS Calls for Increased Outreach to Tenants Facing Eviction Defaults

Gov. Cuomo ordered a 60 day window to protect struggling New Yorkers but more direct communication is required amid policy confusion, reports Law360.​
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LAS Sounds Alarm as Executive Order Pausing Default Judgments Expires

Attorneys say struggling tenants are at risk of defaulting unwittingly amidst policy confusion, according to Law360.
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LAS in the News 10.30.20

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:
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Ahead of Election, LAS Re-Releases Know Your Rights Information for Protesters

A range of topics are covered, including what to do if you are arrested and protecting your digital security. as reported by El Diario.
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City Hall: Most Homeless New Yorkers Must Wait Until Summer for Working WiFi

The Legal Aid Society condemned the Mayor for refusing to immediately install broadband-based internet for children who have been struggling to access remote learning, reports the New York Daily News.
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LAS Wins Appellate Decision in ICE Prolonged Detention Case

The 2nd Circuit affirmed that burden of proof falls on the government when justifying prolonged detention of individuals during removal proceedings, according to Law.com.
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