When Margaret walks into her newly repaired apartment today, she can breathe easily knowing her landlord finally fixed the dangerous mold issues that were affecting her children’s health. This victory didn’t come easily – it came through the dedicated support of Legal Aid and Defender Association (LADA) Detroit, where our attorneys worked tirelessly to enforce...
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LADA’s Represents Veteran in Court
A 65-year-old Veteran endured severe stress and health issues from an infestation in her rental unit, which made it impossible for her to cook or live comfortably. After withholding rent to force the landlord to act, she faced an eviction case. Her concerns were compounded by ongoing disputes with a neighbor and minimal responsiveness from the property management.
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LADA’s Intervention helps improve woman’s living conditions.
When a winter storm in January 2024 severely damaged her home, a 64-year-old woman living alone faced grave repair issues. A fallen tree on her roof caused water to leak into her bedroom light fixture, creating a fire hazard that forced her to avoid the room for over a month. Additional dangers included a blocked back door and a broken front screen door. These problems caused her significant distress and prevented her from being able to live in her home without fear for her health and safety.
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Pro bono work exemplifies the best of what the legal profession can offer: knowledge and skills in service of the greater good.
Recognition of the critical need for legal services among our most vulnerable individuals, remains deeply valued in Michigan’s legal community as a professional obligation and – for many – a personal mission.
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Restoring wheelchair accessibility for a disabled client
Our client, who was elderly and confined to a wheelchair, lived in a subsidized housing complex on the second floor.
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Helping a disabled veteran find hope and a home
Our client was a veteran who became homeless and was sleeping on the streets. Sadly, he lost his left leg and part of his right foot after suffering from frostbite.
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Defending a student’s right to education
Our 18-year-old client was a student who suffered brain damage after being assaulted by his schoolmates. With our representation, he was evaluated by school and accepted for individualized education plan (IEP) participation.