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Lone Star Legal Aid’s Lori Fergie Helps Disabled Veteran Secure Temporary Guardianship for Son

Paris Groves is a disabled veteran relying on VA compensation benefits to make ends meet. Her adult son, who attends school in Chicago, lives with his father. One day, her son abruptly became unresponsive and went missing. After a search, he was found in a catatonic state, unable to speak or move on his own. His condition left his body […]

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Lone Star Legal Aid’s Ulises Martin Helps Mother Secure Guardianship for Disabled Daughter

Gloria Ramirez is a devoted mother to her adult daughter, who was born with a rare chromosomal condition that severely impacts her development. Her daughter has no awareness of her identity, is unable to hear or speak, and requires assistance with walking. As her primary caregiver, Gloria manages every aspect of her daughter’s daily life, including her medical needs. However, […]

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Lone Star Legal Aid Helps Veteran and Family in Eviction Dispute

Mr. Hawkins’ family was living in a mobile home on a property under an agreement where they worked on the land in lieu of paying rent. While this work exchange is considered legal in Texas, all agreements with the landlord were verbal. When the landlord passed away in November 2023, their daughter took over the property and demanded rent from […]

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Texas Federal Disaster Declaration Following Hurricane Beryl

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Houston, TX – On July 9, 2024, President Biden declared a federal emergency and disaster declaration for Hurricane Beryl. The Category 1 hurricane caused a significant impact across Texas from July 5th to 9th, leaving millions without power. There were at least 10 deaths, multiple casualties, and serious damage in the wake of the natural disaster. […]

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