Welcome to the Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy’s Media Hub. Our marketing team works with news media across platforms to share our legal knowledge, educate the community, and highlight stories about our clients’ experiences.
This is a hub of information for journalists interested in writing about the organization that includes direct links to learn more about us and our latest news. Thank you for your interest!
About Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy
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- Struggling with Property Taxes? Free help is Available for Eligible HomeownersWith property values soaring across North Carolina, many homeowners are finding it increasingly difficult to keep up with their housing costs, including property taxes. However, relief is available for eligible residents. North Carolina offers property tax assistance to low-income elderly, disabled individuals, and disabled veterans. If you qualify, you could receive a significant reduction in… Read more: Struggling with Property Taxes? Free help is Available for Eligible Homeowners
- “Not only did I regain my child care assistance, but I also regained hope” : Advocacy Center Client Resolves Fraud ChargesTad sought legal assistance from the Public Benefits Unit regarding a fraud investigation related to the Department of Social Services’ Subsidized Child Care program. As a result of the investigation, she faced a criminal sanction, a $1,000 fine, and owed a child care balance of $57,000. Advocacy Center Paralegal Meeka Clark and Tad worked together… Read more: “Not only did I regain my child care assistance, but I also regained hope” : Advocacy Center Client Resolves Fraud Charges
- “Life Is So Much Better Now”: Low-Income Tax Clinic Corrects Misattributed $20,000 Tax BillSarah, a single mom of twins and a hairdresser, regularly pays her taxes every year when suddenly, she received a tax notice that she owed an additional $20,000. She didn’t know what was going on because nothing about this situation made sense. After contacting the IRS, she was told that she was being taxed on… Read more: “Life Is So Much Better Now”: Low-Income Tax Clinic Corrects Misattributed $20,000 Tax Bill
- A Family’s Journey to Safety: How Legal Advocacy Changed Their LivesIn the heart of Honduras, a father’s dream of running a barbershop to support his family turned into a nightmare. Gangs demanded extortion fees, threatening his livelihood and his life. In August 2021, with no protection from the government and the escalating death threats related to his inability to pay, he made the impossible decision:… Read more: A Family’s Journey to Safety: How Legal Advocacy Changed Their Lives
- Medicaid in NC: What You Need to KnowVer información en Español Medicaid is a federal and state-funded health insurance program that provides full coverage for some vulnerable low-income North Carolinians. It improves access to healthcare and health outcomes for North Carolinians by increasing access to primary care providers, regular checkups, preventative care, and care for chronic conditions. There are many different types… Read more: Medicaid in NC: What You Need to Know
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phone: 980 202 7320
email: kelly.lynn@charlottelegaladvocacy.org
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