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Resource: Obtaining Protection From Abuse Orders in Philadelphia During the Pandemic
We are being asked to stay at home, but not every home is safe. It’s important to know you can still obtain emergency Protection from Abuse Orders in Philadelphia even though local courts are closed in response to the coronavirus pandemic. WLP attorneys, along with...
Obtaining Protection from Abuse Orders Amid the Coronavirus
The mandate to socially distance or even isolate in response to coronavirus is particularly complex, and potentially dangerous, for people experiencing intimate partner violence (aka domestic violence). You can still get an EMERGENCY PROTECTION FROM ABUSE (PFA) order...
We’re Rallying on the Steps of the U.S. Supreme Court
On Wednesday March 4, we will be traveling to Washington, DC to rally on the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court as the Justices listen to arguments in June Medical v. Russo. In this case, formerly called June Medical v. Gee, the U.S. Supreme Court Justices will assess...
Urge U.S. Senators: DO NOT CUT Paid Leave or Paid Sick Days Amid Coronavirus
This action is URGENT. Please take action NOW. Last week, the Senate passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. The good news: It's the first time the United States has had widespread federally mandated paid leave. The bad news: It is already under attack in...
Will You Spare 1 Minute to Protect Philadelphia Workers Amid a Public Health Emergency?
SIGN THE PETITION HERE. Women's Law Project is part of a coalition working to enact urgent, immediate worker and public health protections as we all prepare to face the unknowns of coronavirus. We have been fighting for paid sick days, a basic public health and worker...
