Rent-to-own turns to eviction
Legal Aid of Western Missouri Brad always wanted to own a home and entered into a rent-to-own arrangement. When his…
Helping Susan Obtain Unemployment Benefits during COVID
Legal Aid Society of Cleveland When COVID hit, Susan’s wedding work ended and she struggled to get unemployment insurance. Because…
LAFLA 2020: Luis’ Story
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles Luis was assaulted while on duty and, as a consequence, suffered from PTSD. LAFLA…
LAFLA 2020: Karen’s Story
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles Karen was held back by an old record. LAFLA helped expunge it.
Cane: Expungement Opens Doors for this Business Owner and Community Volunteer
Legal Services of New Jersey With the help of Legal Services, Cane was able to expunge his criminal record so…
Mike’s Story
Community Legal Aid Mike, a firefighter, got sick and had to take time off work. Without any income to pay…
Veterans Medical Legal Partnership
Bay Area Legal Services Success stories from a Medical-Legal Partnership that serves low-income veterans.
Christine: Legal Services Provides Guidance and Clarity Through the Foreclosure Process
Legal Services of New Jersey Christine lost her job. Her husband’s hours were reduced. They found themselves falling behind in…
Michelle’s Story
Community Legal Aid Domestic violence survivor Michelle came to Community Legal Aid for help. CLA was able to secure her…
Finding Justice in Montana: One Family’s Story of Civil Legal Aid
Montana Legal Services Association After Jessie’s daughter died unexpectedly, all she wanted to do was take the best care possible…
2019 Brooklyn Legal Services Video
Legal Services NYC Stories of clients of Brooklyn Legal Services in NYC.
Hector: An Uphill Battle for Unemployment Benefits
Legal Services of New Jersey Legal Services helps forklift driver, Hector, obtain unemployment benefits
Melanie: Mom Denied Unemployment When Boss Reneges on Promised Salary Increase
Legal Services of New Jersey Melanie was denied unemployment benefits after her boss reneged on a promised salary increase.
Legal Aid Client Stories Video
Community Legal SoCal Community Legal Aid stepped in to help when Marion fell behind in rent after her mom died…
Joe’s Story
Community Legal Aid Joe’s daughter was being sexually abused in his ex’s home. Joe represented himself in court trying to…
