Blog: Stories of Justice

Story of Justice: Maria Fears for Her Life Background Maria* dated Cody* for four years, enduring severe physical abuse throughout their relationship. Eventually, Maria realized that it was not safe for her to be around Cody and ended the relationship. After ending the relationship, Cody showed up unannounced at Maria’s workplace. Upon seeing her talking...Read More

Story of Justice: Jose Faces Homelessness Background Jose*, a senior and disabled veteran, had lived in his apartment complex for ten years and was never late with his rent. Then out of the blue, his landlord decided to move back into the unit Jose was occupying. As a result, Jose had to rent another apartment...Read More

Tips for Avoiding Senior Citizen Fraud Scams According to an October 2020 report from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), scammers are targeting more people over the age of 60 online than by the phone. The FTC also reports fraud losses totaling $388 million through the third quarter of 2020, a number that’s up 23% from...Read More

Story of Justice: Carlos and His Disabled Wife are Served an Eviction Complaint Background Carlos*, a 74-year-old Spanish-speaking senior, had lived with his disabled wife in the same apartment for twelve years and always paid his rent on time. To make ends meet, Carlos would wake up at 3 am every morning to work for...Read More

Story of Justice: Claudia Fights to Live Safe with Her Children Background Claudia* was married to her husband Ron* for almost 18 years before they separated. A few years before their separation, Ron started to become aggressive and violent. In one incident, Ron followed Claudia from her work event to their home. In a fit...Read More