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2012 SeniorPROM a grand success!
Monday, May 7th, 2012
The 2012 SeniorPROM is a grand success! SeniorLAW thanks our sponsors, hosts and attendees and congratulates its honorees. See all the photos HERE!
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Congratulations to SeniorLAW volunteer David Denenberg, 2012 Unsung Hero!
Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
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SeniorLAW Center and Blank Rome Pro Bono Partnership Featured in the Legal Intelligencer
Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
Reprinted with permission from the 3/27/2012 issue of The Legal Intelligencer © 2012 ALM Media Properties, LLC. Further duplication without permission is prohibited. All rights reserved.
It has been said that if you want to be incrementally better, be competitive, but if you want to be exponentially better, be cooperative.
Kathy E. Ochroch and Karen Buck
2012-03-27 12:00:00 AM
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PROTECT YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE! The New Voter ID law in Pennsylvania
Friday, March 16th, 2012
On March 14, 2012, Gov. Corbett signed HB 934, the “Voter ID” law that SeniorLAW Center opposed in light of its dangerous impact on the rights of voters, including hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvania seniors who do not have Photo ID. While the legislation will be challenged in the Courts, we urge everyone to learn more about the new law and what is now required to exercise your right to vo… click for more
Fraud Alert!!
Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
Fraud Alert from our friends at HHS.
Please share this with at risk consumers.
Fraud Alert for People with Diabetes
Criminals who plot to defraud the Government and steal money from the American people have a new target: people with diabetes.
Although the precise method may vary, the scheme generally involves someone pretending to be from the Government, a diabetes association, or even M… click for more
Last chance to stop voter ID in the Senate
Wednesday, March 7th, 2012
The PA Senate is poised to vote today on photo ID for voters, HB 934.
Please voice your opposition to this bill, which will disenfranchise thousands of seniors, the disabled, minorities, and the poor. Over 18% of older Americans do not currently have photo ID; more than 25% of African Americans.
Call AARP’s toll-free advocacy line (1-800-515-8134) to generate calls to state senators … click for more
ACTION ALERT: Stop the Asset Test for SNAP Benefits, Help Fight Hunger
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012
Seniors and Hunger
Governor Corbett plans to bar Pennsylvania seniors and families with modest savings from getting SNAP (food stamps) starting May 1. This issue is of great concern to seniors.
Families with as little as $2,000 ($3,250 for seniors and people with disabilities) would no longer qualify for benefits. Under the proposed asset test, tens of thousands of Pennsylvanians would be… click for more
The Dangerous Impact of Proposed Voter ID Laws
Monday, January 23rd, 2012
Voter ID legislation, requiring all voters to produce photo ID each time they vote, legislation will have a profound impact on our most fundamental right as Americans, posing significant questions as to who will be allowed to exercise their right to vote – and who will not.
Article is below:
The Dangerous Impact of Proposed Voter ID Laws
By Karen C. Buck
"The vote is the most power… click for more
New Pro Bono Partnership with Pepper Hamilton is a great success! Fighting Contractor Fraud, Saving Homes
Thursday, December 8th, 2011
SeniorLAW Center and Pepper Hamilton LLP are proud to announce the first victory of their new pro bono partnership to fight contractor fraud and seek justice for low-income older homeowners in Philadelphia.
Litigation partners and associates of Pepper Hamilton have formed a pro bono practice group to specialize in this area of law which helps vulnerable seniors stay independent in safe, ha… click for more
Election Day is Tuesday, November 8th – PHOTO ID IS NOT REQUIRED TO VOTE
Friday, November 4th, 2011
Elections for judicial, county, school district and municipal positions will be held this Tuesday, Nov. 8.
Although there is pending legislation to require photo ID of all voters in the future, you currently do NOT need to show photo ID to vote.
However, if you've never voted before or are voting in a new division, you are considered a new voter according to federal law and must show proof … click for more
