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Local Group in Wenatchee Urges Local Leaders to Listen to Science, Experts, and Essential Workers
Prematurely Reopening the Economy Puts Profits Over People
Remembering Sarah Leyrer
Columbia Legal Services (CLS) grieves the loss of Sarah Leyrer – a fierce, caring advocate, and our colleague from 2008 to 2015. We send our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and colleagues.
Press Conference: The Crises of Racism and COVID in DOC Facilities
Amidst the global COVID-19 pandemic, how is the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) ensuring safety for people serving long sentences in its custody? In the last five months, family members, advocates, organizers, and, most importantly, incarcerated...
Save the Date: Virtual 2020 Imagine Justice on October 14
Updated save the date information for our virtual Imagine Justice.
Washington Supreme Court Rules Against People Who are Incarcerated in Covid-19 Case
Court Upholds the Power of the Executive Over Individuals’ Constitutional Rights
COVID-19 Prison Lawsuit FAQs
Updated answers to frequently asked questions regarding COVID-19 prison lawsuit against WA Governor and DOC Secretary.
Colvin v. Inslee – Court Opinion
In a divided opinion, the Washington Supreme Court issued their opinions. The majority opinion confirms the order issued on April 23, the day of the oral argument, and provides additional reasoning from both the majority and the dissent.
Washington H-2A Workers Sue One of the Nation’s Largest Agricultural Employers
Class action lawsuit alleges Stemilt Ag Services violated federal anti-trafficking and state laws by intimidating farm workers and threatening not to rehire them
Trabajadores H2A de Washington Demandan a Uno de los Empleadores Agrícolas Más Grandes del País
Demanda Colectiva afirma que Stemilt Ag Services violó leyes federales contra la trata de personas y leyes estatales al intimidar a trabajadores agrícolas y amenazarles con no volver a contratarlos
People in DOC Custody Seek Additional Relief from Washington Supreme Court
Changed Circumstances Include 100 Positive COVID-19 Cases at Coyote Ridge CC and 19.2% Overall Positive Test Rate Among Persons in DOC Custody.
Colvin v. Inslee – Motion to Submit Additional Evidence
Motion requesting that the Washington Supreme Court accept additional evidence in seeking action by the State to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Department of Corrections facilities.