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Appealing the Wrongful Denial of Disability Benefits
A success story from the Economic Maintenance Unit Mary (fictitious name) contacted CLA SoCal in June 2020 after receiving a notice of denial for her Social Security Disability Benefits application. [Continue Reading]
Freedom from Forced Servitude
The story of a human trafficking client from the Immigration Unit By Veronica Joya, Supervising Attorney In 2015, Janus (fictious name) came to the country with great expectations after he [Continue Reading]
Providing Essential Assistance through Legal Advice
The legal advice we give to our clients through the Intake and Assessment Hotline is often all they need to start a process on their own. Sometimes, along the way, [Continue Reading]
In English, followed by Español Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine/Booster* *As of 12/07/21 Who is Eligible to Get the Vaccine/Booster Now? Vaccine: Everyone aged 5 and older are eligible Booster: [Continue Reading]
The Drive to Return Home
By Alton Donatto, Paralegal When he came to us for help with an Unlawful Detainer (eviction) filed by his sibling, Joshua (fictitious name) had resided in his parent’s home for [Continue Reading]
Securing Relief
By Christa Daley, Staff Attorney, Family Law Unit Despite that our client, Diandra (fictitious name), was the victim of past physical abuse for which her husband Marco (fictitious name) had [Continue Reading]
Executive Director Kate Marr’s Interview on OC Talk Radio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpKibIjhGBM On October 19th, 2021, Kate Marr engaged in a livestream interview with OC Talk Radio's public affairs director Dawn Kamber. She described and discussed the services offered [Continue Reading]
Avoiding Eviction
A success story from the Housing Unit Steve and June (fictitious names) were living in their apartment for over a year with no problems until this past March when their [Continue Reading]
Moving Out of Limbo – Finalizing a divorce during the pandemic
Greetings to all our readers, My name is Traece Forbes and I'm a paralegal from the Intake and Assessment unit, working on the frontline at Community Legal Aid SoCal. [Continue Reading]
FREE Virtual “Know Your Rights” Presentation!
Join our advocates on Zoom to hear about current eviction processes and laws in California and what may be available to assist if you are facing eviction. Date: October 1st, [Continue Reading]
Conozca Sus Derechos!
Conozca sus derechos sobre viviendas y otras asistencias, incluyendo beneficios publicos. 23 Septiembre, 4 pm. Gratis para asistir. Venga a escuchar sobre los procesos y leyes actuales de desalojo en [Continue Reading]
Settling Debt
A story of consumer defense during the pandemic By Betty Serrate, Staff Attorney The year 2020 started reasonably well for my client, Agapito Santos (fictious name). At 69, he was [Continue Reading]
