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New Rent Cap Law Offers Hope to Washington Tenants Facing Rising Costs

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LYNNWOOD, Wash. — Recent legislation in Washington State aiming to control rent increases has provided relief to tenants in manufactured home communities, sparking discussions about housing stability and affordability. Engrossed House Bill 1217, which came into effect on May 7, limits annual rent increases to either 7% plus inflation or 10%, whichever is lower, and caps increases under manufactured/mobiles homes at 5%. Nancy DeWester, who resides at Martha Lake Mobile Manor, expressed gratitude for the new law that stands to protect residents from steep rent hikes. Having moved to her home 15 years ago, DeWester … Read more

New Jersey Bolsters Tenant Protections with Groundbreaking Lead Safety Law, Prioritizing Clean Water Access

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Trenton, N.J. — Acting Governor Tahesha Way signed a significant new law aimed at protecting New Jersey residents from the dangers of lead exposure in drinking water. The legislation, known as A2929/S1034, mandates that landlords must inform current and prospective tenants about lead presence in drinking water, ensures free lead testing, and lessens barriers related to lead pipe replacement. The bill enhances existing measures first introduced in 2021, when Governor Phil Murphy enacted the Lead Service Line Replacement Law. This previous legislation requires community water systems to eliminate all lead service lines in their networks … Read more

New Jersey Boosts Access to Justice: Rutgers Law’s Clinical Program Receives $100,000 Funding for Student-Led Legal Clinics

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CAMDEN, N.J. — Rutgers Law School in Camden is set to enhance its Clinical Program with a $100,000 grant from the state of New Jersey, designed to support student engagement in real-world legal cases under the guidance of experienced faculty. This funding is instrumental in providing legal assistance to underserved populations who might otherwise be without representation. The initiative was spearheaded by New Jersey Assemblyman William Spearman, who played a pivotal role in the legislative process to secure the financial support. Assembly Majority Leader Louis D. Greenwald formally presented the grant to Rutgers Law Camden’s … Read more

New Chapter in Ward County: Steven Lautt Takes Oath as North Central District Court Judge

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MINOT, N.D. — The Ward County Courthouse witnessed a significant transition on August 22 as District Judge Steven Lautt was officially sworn into office. The ceremony marked the end of one judicial chapter with the retirement of Judge Douglas Mattson, while ushering in Lautt’s new role within the North Central District Court. Lautt, a native of Minot, brings over a decade of legal experience from his work as an attorney at the local law firm Pringle and Herigstad. Since 2012, he has handled various civil cases and served as legal counsel for regional cooperatives and … Read more