In the News: “Breathing sewage, seeking justice”

An article published by The River Reporter tells the story of a Monticello tenant living under dangerous and unsanitary conditions caused by raw sewage leaks in her apartment. Despite repeated complaints to her landlord and local authorities, the issues remained unresolved for years.

The story sheds light on the systemic challenges low-income tenants face when trying to hold landlords accountable. With support from the Human Rights Commission, the tenant was connected with Legal Services of the Hudson Valley, which is now representing her in a lawsuit aimed at addressing the unsafe living conditions.

Read the full article on The River Reporter:
https://www.riverreporter.com/stories/breathing-sewage-seeking-justice,198383