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N.B. legal aid needs to review eligibility criteria, formalize appeals process: auditor

Law360 Canada (June 12, 2025, 4:01 PM EDT) -- New Brunswick’s legal aid provider dropped the ball in failing to review its conditions for financial eligibility and for lacking a formal appeals process for those turned down, states a report from the …

Bombay HC Disposes PIL Seeking Child Advocates In Custody, POCSO Cases; Notes Legal Aid Scheme Already Operational

Bombay High Court disposes of PIL after state cites existing legal aid scheme for children | PTI Mumbai: The Bombay High Court has disposed of a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking the appointment of independent lawyers for children involved in …

Restrictions on Legal Aid for Immigrants Slipped Into State Budget Proposal

Even as California fights President Donald Trump's use of military forces to assist immigration actions, state lawmakers are poised to restrict who can receive taxpayer-funded legal help in deportation proceedings. Tucked into a 1,000-page spending …

San Francisco legal aid cuts protested outside City Hall

The director of a legal aid service in San Francisco pledged to begin a diet of only Gatorade and broth during a rally Wednesday outside City Hall as he and others demand reversal of the city's planned $4.2 million cuts to legal aid funding. Mayor …

Head of S.F. legal aid nonprofit starts hunger strike to protest budget cuts

Mission Local has a $25,000 match! That means every dollar you give in June is doubled! About 65% of our revenue comes from individuals like you — help support a growing local newsroom today. Adrian Tirtanadi, the co-founder of Open Door Legal, a nonprofit …

San Francisco supervisors join legal aid groups to oppose mayor's budget proposal

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie's proposal to balance the city's ailing budget is being met with more opposition. A majority of the city's Board of Supervisors joined organizations that provide free legal services to some of the city's …

Florida legal aid organizations highlight critical need during natural disasters

I’M STEVEN GRAVES WITH YOUR NEWS TO GO. DELRAY BEACH LEADERS ARE BACKING NOW THE CURRENT FIRE RESCUE STAFFING. AFTER CONSIDERING A POSSIBLE CUT DUE TO BUDGET ISSUES, THEY’RE NOW LOOKING TO APPLY FOR FEMA’S SAFER GRANT TO HELP COVER COSTS. ANOTHER BUDGET …

Faith in Action urges San Mateo County to boost legal aid for immigrants

Faith in Action Bay Area leaders hold a press conference in Redwood City on June 9, 2025, urging the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors to increase funding for immigration attorneys. Photo by Simmerdeep Kaur. In response to a surge in calls from …

San Mateo County’s Legal Aid Society provides services to low-income community

The community is stronger when everyone has access to social services, says the executive director of Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County, which provides critical legal services and education to low-income community members. The nonprofit, led by M. …

Mama Samia Legal Aid campaign rescues 6,900 detainees

MOROGORO: THE Mama Samia Legal Aid Campaign has brought significant benefits to prisoners and detainees across the country. Over 12,000 inmates and remandees have benefited from the initiative in various prisons, with 6,900 remandees released following the …

Man convicted of manslaughter, Legal Aid to his rescue

68–year-old man, Kwame Tsoafonan­yo, has been sentenced to six months in prison for manslaughter in hard labour under Section 239 of Act 30 by the Accra High Court (Criminal Division 3) on March 12, 2025. This was after he pleaded guilty to the charge of …

Public Consultation Begins On Legal Aid Review

Hon Paul Goldsmith Minister of Justice Public consultation begins today aimed at improving the legal aid scheme for those who cannot afford advice and representation, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “We have a duty to ensure all New Zealanders have …

Maintenance issues in public housing and old legal aid thresholds: What’s in new auditor general report

5 hours ago News Duration 4:33 New Brunswick’s auditor general found a lack of timely maintenance is keeping public housing units vacant, legal aid requirements haven’t been updated in eight years, and N.B. Power’s early retirement program didn’t …

US-based LGBTQ+ rights-focused legal aid group Lambda Legal raises US$285 million

Lambda Legal has contested the US administration on many of these initiatives. Jennings said in an interview statement published by AP News that the fundraising outcome represented "a statement by the LGBTQ+ community that we will not go back." …

Over 1.87 lakh people receives legal aid services through toll-free number '16430’

Over 1.87 lakh people receives legal aid services through toll-free number '16430’ DHAKA, June 10, 2025 (BSS) – A total of 1, 87, 369 people received legal aid services through the National Helpline Call Center’s toll-free number '16430' under …

Legal Aid Society condemns ICE raids at NYC immigration courts

An ICE agent at immigration court in Lower Manhattan on June 9, 2025. Photo by Dean Moses The Legal Aid Society on Tuesday condemned the recent string of Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests at local New York City immigration court houses, many of …

N.B. auditor general finds outdated eligibility puts people at risk of not getting legal aid

Some low-income New Brunswickers who need legal help with criminal or family matters may not be getting it because the criteria for legal aid eligibility haven't been reviewed for eight years, the province's auditor general says. Paul Martin …

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Proposed federal cuts threaten local legal aid services

“The poor should have the same access to the court system as the rich. And if legal aid loses funding, then that will impact the poor substantially,” attorney Catherine Fuller said. On Friday, a local legal aid office and a nonprofit shared their responses …

Strategic Recruitment Solutions (SRS) Promotes Brittany Lathan To Lead Its Baton Rouge Division

Specializing in legal staffing and training, Lathan covers SRS's Gulf Coast Legal Division from Pensacola to Gulfport and Baton Rouge. BATON ROUGE , LA, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Joining the Strategic Recruitment Solutions…

De Marbella a la Corte Suprema: Artista Julian Raven Presenta Petición de Emergencia en Medio de la Crisis Smithsonian

From Marbella to the U.S. Supreme Court: Artist Julian Raven Files Emergency Petition Amid Smithsonian Crisis MARBELLA, MALAGA, SPAIN, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El artista Americano Julian Raven, de nacimiento británico, criado en …

GO Technology Group Supports Businesses on the Path to CMMC Certification with Expert IT Services

Chicago-based IT firm provides cybersecurity consulting, compliance planning, and infrastructure support to help clients meet CMMC certification goals. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As government contractors and …

Wrecking Ball in the Water: Fishermen, Environmental Groups Seek Injunction to Stop Empire Wind Project

Fishermen and environmental groups file for injunction to stop Empire Wind, citing marine harm, legal violations and foreign control by Norway's Equinor. TRENTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wrecking Ball in the …

Exults to Showcase AI Legal Marketing at 2025 Florida Bar Convention

Exults to showcase AI-powered legal marketing at The Florida Bar’s 75th Annual Convention, June 25–28, 2025, in Boca Raton. Visit Booth #103 for a demo. BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Exults, a premier …

Emergency Petition Targets Smithsonian’s Legal Contradictions: Is It Government or Independent? SCOTUS Must Decide

Raven to Supreme Court: End the Smithsonian’s Legal Ambiguity That Shields It from Both Accountability and the Constitution WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artist, author, and constitutional petitioner Julian …

Spinal Cord Injuries and Their Lasting Impact: Legal and Financial Consequences After a Workplace Accident

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are among the most devastating outcomes of workplace accidents. Beyond the initial trauma, these injuries often lead to a lifetime of medical care, adaptive …

Understanding the Legal Distinctions Between Slip and Fall vs. Trip and Fall Incidents in Louisiana Workplaces

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the realm of workplace safety and personal injury law, slip and fall and trip and fall incidents are often grouped together. However, from a legal and investigative standpoint, …

California Governor 2026: Sheriff Bianco Prison Agenda vs. Sharifah Hardie Vision for Jobs and Reform

Sheriff Bianco backs more prisons as jobs leave California. Sharifah Hardie champions real reform, economic growth, and a safer future. LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the 2026 California Governor’s race …

Denver Law Firm Arckey & Steele Releases New eBook to Help Injury Victims Navigate Legal System

New digital guide empowers Colorado injury victims with clear legal steps and critical insights to protect their rights and maximize recovery. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Arckey & Steele, LLC, a Denver- …

The Law Office of Andrew S. Maze Fights for Maximum Compensation in Personal Injury Cases.

The Law Office of Andrew S. Maze fights for maximum compensation in personal injury cases, ensuring victims get the justice and support they deserve. WOODBRIDGE , NJ, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The law office of Andrew S. …

Law Firms Can Easily Customize Their Own AI With the Launch of Gavel Exec’s Projects

Projects, a new feature in Gavel Exec, allows small firms to train AI on their own vault of documents, bringing customizable AI to firms of all sizes. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gavel, the AI and automation …

New Website: KeepPlymouthCharming.com Launches to Protect Plymouth’s Unique Character: A Stand Against the Champion PUD

PLYMOUTH, MI, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, a groundbreaking new website, www.KeepPlymouthCharming.com, has been launched as an informational and advocacy hub aimed at preserving Plymouth’s distinctive charm by taking a …

AIPLUX Selected as Top 12 AI Tech Trail Startup at VivaTech 2025

Recognized for its secure, on-premises AI solution powered by NVIDIA GPUs, AIPLUX ensures data privacy and compliance for knowledge professionals. PARIS, FRANCE, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AIPLUX is excited to announce its selection as …

Watchmen Action to Launch the E-lluminator Dashboard Ahead of Next Florida Legislative Session

Set to launch ahead of the next legislative session in Florida, the E-lluminator Dashboard will provide users with real-time access to state-level legislation. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Watchmen Action, a …

New Book 'DocMJ: The Business of Compassionate Cannabis Care' Now Available on Amazon

DocMJ: A behind-the-scenes look at building one of America’s largest medical cannabis practices with a focus on patient care, growth, and regulatory insight. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DocMJ is proud to …

Coury, Krolls, Dean & DaPena Renews Lease for Two Years at Boxer Property’s Central Phoenix Office Building

Boxer Property is pleased to announce that Coury, Krolls, Dean & DaPena (CKDD) has renewed its lease for an additional two years at 3101 N Central Avenue. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Boxer Property is …

WST INVESTOR ALERT: Kirby McInerney LLP Notifies West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. Investors of Upcoming Lead Plaintiff ...

NEW YORK, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP reminds investors of the July 7, 2025, deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action filed on behalf of investors who acquired West …

SHAREHOLDER NOTICE: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Elevance

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Elevance To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you purchased or acquired securities in Elevance between April 18, 2024 and …

CIVI Lead Plaintiff Deadline Approaching – CIVI Stockholders Should Contact Robbins LLP for Information About Leading ...

SAN DIEGO, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Civitas Resources, Inc. (NYSE: CIVI) securities between February 27, 2024 …