Many people solve civil legal problems related to family, health, housing, money, work and other issues on their own, without help from a lawyer. Knowing what a person’s legal rights and responsibilities are related to different issues can help. Understanding how the legal system works is also important when trying to solve a problem
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Health
Advance Directives, Environmental Issues, Health Insurance, Medical Bills & Records and Nursing Homes
Housing
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Money
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Work
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Specific Populations
LGBTQ, Limited English Proficient, Older Adults, People with Disabilities, Immigrants, Veterans, and Reentry
Civil Rights & Discrimination
Know your rights and options as a tenant, in the workplace, when interacting with law enforcement, or as a member of a protected class
Legal Aid & Legal System
Legal Aid services, representing yourself in court, how to navigate the system, other referral information
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