California Tenants Battle for Legal Counsel and a Fighting Chance Against Evictions
OAKLEY, California – Nancy Wiles had been living in an apartment complex plagued by issues like leaking ceilings and mold, but she couldn’t afford to move despite the poor living conditions. The pandemic had already impacted her income, and her disability made it even more challenging to make ends meet. Wiles found herself falling behind on rent, and her situation only worsened when she had to stay in a hotel due to apartment repairs. The costs of hotel stays, takeout food, and necessary items like a slow-cooker began to add up, pushing Wiles further into … Read more