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LAS Celebrates Momentous Ownership Transfer in the Bronx

Residents at 2202-05 Davidson Ave have removed their negligent landlord, who was responsible for over 600 open housing code violations.
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LAS Suit Challenges Unlawful Rent Increases

The Legal Aid Society's lawsuit seeks to protect the stability of hundreds of New Yorkers who receive housing subsidies.
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Experts Release Comprehensive Plan to End Mass Homelessness in NYC

Housing advocates have created a blueprint for New York City's next Mayor to address its most pressing issue.
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On Anniversary of Collapsed Bronx Building, LAS Calls to Expedite Reconstruction

One year later, six units have yet to be rebuilt, despite a court order secured by Legal Aid.
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LAS Hails Proposed Tenant Protections in “City for All” Housing Plan

The plan will expand access to CityFHEPS vouchers for tenants facing eviction and restore funding to an anti-harassment program.
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LAS Secures Ruling to Protect New York Rent Stabilization, Reforms

A decision by the U.S. Supreme Court ends the outstanding landlord challenges to New York's critical housing policies.
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LAS Named as Finalist in Robin Hood’s AI Poverty Challenge

Legal Aid is the recipient of a $100K grant for its AI-powered Housing Justice Helpline Information Retrieval Tool.
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LAS Lawsuit Takes Aim at Solar Panel Scammers

Unscrupulous companies are using high pressure sales tactics and misleading financial agreements to take advantage of homeowners.
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LAS Condemns Mayor’s Xenophobic Raid on New Arrivals

The Mayor has ordered a temporary displacement and search and seizure of the roughly 3,000 individuals at Randall's Island.
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Bronx Tenants Demand Immediate Repairs to Deplorable Conditions

Elevator outages, one of many ongoing issues in the 16-floor building, are particularly dangerous as the City experiences extreme heat.
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