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Kansas Legal Services Press Releases

196 Press Releases
  • Published on March 29, 2021 - 21:00 GMT

    Centers for Disease Control extends nationwide eviction moratorium

     The Centers for Disease Control's (CDC) nationwide eviction moratorium is extended through June 30, 2021.   Applies wherever there is not a more protective state moratorium in effect  Applies to all tenants who present a signed declaration to their …

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  • Published on March 26, 2021 - 14:34 GMT

    All About Bankruptcy

    It is important that you think carefully about the long term effects of a bankruptcy and also the timing of filing for bankruptcy.  This article from the National Consumer Law Center will help you think through these issues.  Federal law provides the right …

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  • Published on March 25, 2021 - 02:18 GMT

    Low Income Taxpayer Clinic Helps People with Their Tax Issues

    What do these individuals have in common? A survivor of domestic violence represented by a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) was able to establish that she shouldn’t be held responsible for a large IRS tax liability when her abusive husband had both earned …

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  • Published on March 17, 2021 - 14:46 GMT

    HOUSING: Summary of Prevention of Evictions & Foreclosures Extended to June 30, 2021

    This Sixth COVID-19 Update from the National Fair Housing Alliance provides a summary and links to all of the agency announcements extending the foreclosure moratorium to June 30, 2021 for federally backed mortgage loans, updated COVID-19 specific loss …

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  • Published on March 11, 2021 - 20:49 GMT

    Frequently Asked Questions About the New Stimulus Package

    How big are the stimulus payments in the bill, and who is eligible? The stimulus payments will be $1,400 for most recipients. Those who are eligible will also receive an identical payment for each of their children. To qualify for the full $1,400, a single …

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  • Published on March 11, 2021 - 20:49 GMT

    How does the new stimulus bill affect taxes?

    What does the bill change about the child and dependent care tax credit? This credit, which helps working families offset the cost of care for children under 13 and other dependents, will be significantly expanded for a single year. More people are …

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  • Published on March 11, 2021 - 20:49 GMT

    How Does the New Stimulus Bill Help People with Housing?

    The new stimulus bill provides billions of dollars in rental and utility assistance to people who are struggling and in danger of being evicted from their homes. Nearly $22 billion will go toward emergency rental assistance. The vast majority of it …

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  • Published on March 6, 2021 - 10:56 GMT

    COVID-19 What You Need to Know Now

    Besides keeping yourself and your loved ones safe from disease, many issues about your daily life may need to be addressed.  There is so much to know about what kind of help is available for you to get through this crisis. Kansas Legal Services will try …

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  • Published on March 6, 2021 - 10:56 GMT

    How to report a fraudulent 1099-G form claimed in your name in Kansas

    How do I report fraud if I received a 1099-G form for a fraudulent claim in my name? If you received a 1099-G form for a claim that you did not receive payment for due to identity theft, you can fill out a request on the KDOL Self-Service Portal under “ …

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  • Published on February 24, 2021 - 23:14 GMT

    Law Students: Apply for a 2021 ATJ Technology Fellowship at KLS!

    This summer, 21 summer internship opportunities are available for law students interested in public interest law and technology through the ATJ Technology Fellowship Program. One of these positions is hosted by Kansas Legal Services. The position offered …

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  • Published on February 19, 2021 - 17:34 GMT

    Applications Now Being Accepted for Wichita Emergency Rental Assistance Program

    The Wichita Emergency Rental Assistance Program began accepting applications on Monday, February 22, 2021. The program can provide rent and utilities assistance to households that have experienced a negative financial impact related to COVID-19.  …

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  • Published on February 18, 2021 - 09:37 GMT

    "Patently Prepared: Practice Pointers from the Bench" - April 2 Attorney CLE

    Overview In this Q&A webinar, participants will learn litigation-practice tips for patent (and really, all) cases from three federal judges: Judge Holly L. Teeter (DKS) Magistrate Judge Angel D. Mitchell (DKS), Judge Stephen R. Bough (WDMO). CLE Credit …

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  • Published on February 12, 2021 - 16:43 GMT

    Veterans Administration extends foreclosure & eviction moratorium to June 30, 2021

    The VA has extended their foreclosure and eviction moratorium, for VA-guaranteed loans, through June 30, 2021 Due to the ongoing COVID-19 national emergency and its impact on Veteran borrowers, all properties secured by VA-guaranteed loans are covered by …

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  • Published on February 9, 2021 - 13:39 GMT

    Identity Theft: Unemployment Fraud on the Rise

    NOTE: If you receive an end-of-the-year tax form (i.e., Form 1099) from the Kansas Department of Labor, or any other state, that lists unemployment insurance compensation for which you DID NOT apply and which you did not receive -- that could mean that you …

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  • Published on February 6, 2021 - 08:09 GMT

    FOX4 News and Kansas Legal Services help Kansas City, Kansas couple finally get their deed

        by: Linda Wagar Posted: Feb 4, 2021  https://fox4kc.com/news/problem-solvers/after-thousands-poured-into-privately-financed-home-kck-couple-finally-gets-deed/ After years of waiting, it’s a problem solved for a Kansas City, Kansas couple having trouble …

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  • Published on January 27, 2021 - 23:06 GMT

    All About Clean Slate - Pratt County - Get your record cleared

    Here is a recording of the presentation telling all about getting your record cleared in Pratt county or city: https://youtu.be/WOjn3eN3wrs This program helps people who are seeking assistance with clearing Pratt city or county criminal convictions from …

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  • Published on January 22, 2021 - 17:10 GMT

    Summer Rural Legal Corps Needs Applicants

    This summer, summer internship opportunities through the Rural Summer Legal Corps, are available for law students interested in public interest law. One of these positions is hosted by Kansas Legal Services. The Rural Summer Legal Corps is a project of the …

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  • Published on January 22, 2021 - 00:22 GMT

    CDC Eviction Moratorium extended to March 31, 2021

    The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has extended the deadline for its eviction moratorium to March 31, 2021.  Housing and Credit Counseling, Inc. (HCCI) is offering renters and landlords free counseling on preventing evictions, call 800-383-0217. Kansas …

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  • Published on January 21, 2021 - 21:04 GMT

    CDC Eviction Moratorium extended to June 30, 2021

    The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has extended the deadline for its eviction moratorium to June 30, 2021.  Housing and Credit Counseling, Inc. (HCCI) is offering renters and landlords free counseling on preventing evictions, call 800-383-0217. Kansas …

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  • Published on January 20, 2021 - 02:02 GMT

    Kansas Housing provides $1.8 million in rent, utility assistance

    Kansans struggling to cover rent and utility bills may qualify for assistance, thanks to funds awarded by Kansas Housing. The funding, made possible through the state’s Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program and funded through the federal HOME …

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