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Social distancing and lockdowns are necessary to help control the impact of coronavirus. However, an unanticipated consequence of these measures is their impact on domestic abuse victims in the U.S. and worldwide. Data suggests that isolation is one of the primary tactics used by abusers to isolate victims from their […]

Thomas Jefferson once said, “We do not have government by the majority. We have government by the majority who participate.” That statement couldn’t be more accurate during this election cycle. Voting is the fuel that powers our democracy. Without it, the United States would be no different than the dictatorships, […]

With the current high unemployment rate in Nevada, many individuals are concerned about how to keep a roof over their head and put food on the table.  Other looming concerns include how to manage car payments, payday and title loans, and credit card debt.  For many Nevadans, the amount of […]

Delivery of services to Nevada domestic violence (DV) survivors is more important than ever during the Covid-19 pandemic.  For that reason, customary service providers such a shelters, courts, self-help centers, legal aid, rape crisis and law enforcement have all adjusted their practices and procedures to meet the needs of victims.  […]

I’ll never be an attorney! Growing up, I was convinced that I would never be an attorney, let alone see myself working with Legal Aid.  My impression of attorneys was based on what I saw in popular media, where attorneys are often portrayed as brash, loud-mouthed, and generally unscrupulous characters.  […]