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JALA’s advocacy vindicates employee’s rights under the ADA

“Seth,” 20, came to JALA for help after receiving a final warning notice for his employer, which he knew was a precursor to his termination. Seth had been diagnosed at 15 with follicular lymphoma, a cancer that attacks white blood cells. Despite this debilitating illness, he manages to work full-time as a custodian for a company that contracts with large institutions. When initially hired, his employer was made aware of his disability, and in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), he was provided with reasonable accommodations that allowed him to perform his position.

2022-01-27T15:42:09-05:00January 17th, 2022|Client Stories|

It Should Take More Than 10 Minutes to Evict Someone

Two-minute trials in crowded courtrooms. Ten-minute evictions. Incalculable suffering. Before Covid, this was — and had long been — the reality in many eviction courts. But during the pandemic, an influx of federal funds has helped courts begin dozens of eviction prevention and diversion programs for landlords and tenants. Often coupled with other reforms, like remote court hearings and community outreach efforts, these programs make eviction court easier to navigate and more accessible.

2022-01-14T13:35:40-05:00January 14th, 2022|Fair Housing, News|

JALA ensures child is no longer in danger of overheating

“Josie,” who lives in an apartment with her 4-year-old son, sought help from JALA after experiencing repeated problems with her apartment’s air conditioning unit. Josie’s son has multiple disabilities and is at risk if he becomes overheated. During the day in the summer, the temperature in her apartment would go above 85 degrees, forcing her and her son to leave until after 8 p.m. each day. Maintenance of the air conditioning unit is the responsibility of the property management, but the manager made only excuses and not the necessary repairs.

2022-01-11T11:07:13-05:00January 11th, 2022|Client Stories, Fair Housing|

Twenty Lawyers will receive Florida Bar Pro Bono awards in Supreme Court Ceremony January 20

The Florida Bar will recognize 20 lawyers for their work on behalf of low-income and disadvantaged clients at a Jan. 20 ceremony at the Supreme Court of Florida. Established in 1981, The Florida Bar President’s Pro Bono Service Awards are intended to encourage lawyers to volunteer free legal services to the poor by recognizing those who make public service commitments and to raise public awareness of the substantial volunteer services provided by Florida lawyers to those who cannot afford legal fees. Florida Bar President Mike Tanner will present the 2022 awards.

2022-01-11T11:16:38-05:00January 11th, 2022|News, Pro Bono|

JALA helps veteran with service-related disabilities remain housed

“Antonio” is a veteran with service-related disabilities who lives in low-income housing in Jacksonville and receives a monthly voucher payment from the Jacksonville Housing Authority that enables him to stay stably housed. In 2018 JALA attorney Adam Thoresen helped Antonio obtain a reasonable accommodation request to increase his housing voucher payment to enable him to afford his housing.

2022-01-27T15:30:50-05:00January 7th, 2022|Client Stories, Fair Housing, Veterans Services|

JALA’s Fair Housing Unit helps immunocompromised client break lease on rat-infested home

“Lashawn,” who participates in the Housing Choice Voucher Program, came to JALA for help when her rental home became uninhabitable and her property manager refused to allow her to break her lease so that she could relocate. The conditions in the home, which included holes in the floors that allowed rats to enter, were adversely affecting her health, which was already compromised by kidney disease requiring dialysis.

2022-01-06T14:19:15-05:00January 6th, 2022|Client Stories, Fair Housing|

15th Annual Wine Reception Benefitting JALA Exceeds Fundraising Goal

Last month marked the successful return of our 15th Annual Jacksonville Wine Reception, benefiting Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc. (JALA). Thanks to your generous support, we were able to surpass our JALA Wine Reception fundraising goal this year and raised a record $36,150! JALA assists low-income local community members experiencing civil legal issues. With only 30 attorneys and a 30-year history of providing high-quality legal presentations in a variety of service areas, JALA is an integral part of the Jacksonville legal community.

2022-01-12T15:34:36-05:00December 20th, 2021|News|

Pro Bono: Attorneys help family move and recover its security deposit

Now in its fourth year, Jacksonville Area Legal Aid’s Eviction Defense Self Help Project focuses on assisting tenants facing an eviction or dealing with unsafe conditions in a rental residence owned by a private landlord. Stable housing often is the foundation for steady employment, educational achievement, good mental and physical health and economic autonomy. The project originated from a collaboration with Smith, Gambrell & Russell and the law firm continues to support the effort with several attorneys volunteering each month.

2021-12-02T11:38:08-05:00December 2nd, 2021|Family Law, News, Pro Bono|

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