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HealthCare.gov Open Enrollment 2025 Kickoff Press Conference Highlights New Insurance Marketplace Ruling for Daca Recipients

Charlotte, N.C. – HealthCare.gov Open Enrollment 2025 kicked off today with a press conference in Charlotte hosted by Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy (Advocacy Center) and the NC Navigator Consortium with experts who explained the final rule that allows DACA recipients and other immigrant groups to purchase health insurance through…

Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment FAQ

When is Open Enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace? Open Enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace (Healthcare.gov) happens between November 1, 2024 and January 15, 2025. Is there still a penalty for not having health insurance? Effective January 1, 2019, there is no longer a penalty for not having health insurance.…

Medicaid and Medicaid Expansion in NC: Are you Eligible?

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…

¡Asiste a Nuestra Fiesta de Regreso a Clases!

El Centro de Defensa Legal de Charlotte se está asociando con YMCA of Greater Charlotte para organizar una fiesta de regreso a clases en Veterans Park Pavilion (2126 Central Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28205) el jueves 25 de julio de 10:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m. El evento está diseñado para toda…

Attend our Free Back to School Bash!

Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy is partnering with YMCA of Greater Charlotte to host a Back-to-School Bash at Veterans Park Pavilion (2126 Central Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28205) on Thursday, July 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  The event is designed for the whole family and offers a one-stop shop…

Jasmin’s Journey to Charlotte and her Green Card

Many people go through their schooling years with the intention of going to college. Obviously, you have to work hard and get good grades. But what if you do that and then find out during your junior year of high school that you are not eligible?  That is what happened…

Understanding the Tax Implications of Online Sports Betting in North Carolina

Please note, the following information is meant to be used for informational purposes only and is not meant to provide legal or tax advice. North Carolina legalized online sports betting in June 2023. In March 2024, eight online sportsbooks launched operations within the state. The North Carolina State Lottery Commission…

One Morning in Charlotte Immigration Court’s Pro Bono Room

The line starts around 10:30, after people have made their initial appearance in court. They come in, one or two at a time, to discuss their specific circumstances and inquire about next steps. Some clients are from Venezeula; some are from Mexico; one American woman comes in with a man…

2023 Taxes: Accessing Free Resources and Avoiding Scams 

Avoid Scams and Fraud During Tax Season  Those filing their taxes may be a target for scams and fraud. Remember that the IRS does not contact taxpayers by email, text messages or social media channels to request personal or financial information.   Be wary of tax preparers who promise higher returns…