From Eviction Crisis to Eviction Catastrophe
Download PDF here Eviction Crisis to Catastrophe New Data Predicts an Avalanche of Evictions in Virginia A report from the Legal Aid Justice Center examines new Census data that show low-income communities and communities of color are finding it increasingly difficult to maintain stable housing Richmond, VA— The Legal Aid Justice Center (LAJC) […]
Read moreInfo & Legal Help – RRHA Eviction Freeze
Info & Legal Rights: RRHA REPAYMENT AGREEMENT Option During Eviction Freeze until May 1 (download PDF version here) Eviction Freeze The eviction freeze ends May 1, 2020 When the freeze ends, any outstanding balances owed are subject to legal proceedings by RRHA. There is no freeze on evictions due to lease violations […]
Read moreCrossover Update – Advocating for Change
We are halfway through the 2020 Virginia legislative session, and the bills that have passed through both the House and Senate have now “crossed over” to be considered in the opposite chamber. LAJC is happy to report that a majority of the legislation that we have supported is still up for consideration this year, […]
Read moreAdvocating for change – LAJC’s legislative priorities
The 2020 Virginia legislative session is under way and LAJC has put forth an ambitious set of priorities to advocate for this year. With the legislature looking to take on some long-standing issues that affect our communities, we are optimistic that meaningful policy change is possible and are working with our elected representatives to help make it […]
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