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All media requests should be directed to Belinda Cai, Communications Coordinator, at (513) 240-3554 or bcai@bettzedek.org.
PRESS RELEASE: Mayor Garcetti, City Attorney Feuer Launch ‘L.A. Represents’ Pro Bono Legal Initiative
Posted on May 6, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 5, 2020 MAYOR GARCETTI, CITY ATTORNEY FEUER LAUNCH ‘L.A. REPRESENTS’ PRO BONO LEGAL INITIATIVE Alliance of law firms, legal aid organizations, and bar associations will provide […]
PRESS RELEASE: Advocates Applaud Emergency, Short-term Relief for Excluded Workers, and Call for Full Safety Net for All Workers to Meet Humanitarian Crisis
Posted on April 16, 2020
April 15, 2020: Today, Governor Newsom announced the establishment of a public-private partnership to provide disaster relief to undocumented workers. This financial assistance is a crucial stopgap for the […]
COVID-19: Suspension of PACE Programs Needed to Prevent Homelessness and Further Fraud
Posted on March 23, 2020
Facing a current pandemic, housing crisis, and potential loss of income, no one should have to worry about predatory loans or losing their home. We urge the LA County Board […]
Bet Tzedek Services During COVID-19
Posted on March 23, 2020
In order to keep clients, volunteers, and staff safe during COVID-19, Bet Tzedek has implemented remote intake procedures for all client matters. All services areas remain available through these procedures. […]
LAist: Will I Get Paid If Coronavirus Puts Me Out Of A Job?
Posted on March 18, 2020
“For those who are still working, the big question is – what happens if I get sick? Can I still make my rent and pay my bills? Sebastian Sanchez, an […]
COVID-19 and Workers’ Rights
Posted on March 16, 2020
Many workers have questions about how the COVID-19 outbreak will affect their jobs and income. Below are links to resources which aim to address these questions. These materials will be […]
LAist: LA Korean BBQ Chain Hit With $2.1 Million Fine for Wage Theft
Posted on March 11, 2020
LAist: “The California Labor Commissioner’s Office has issued a $2.1 million fine to the couple that owns the Genwa restaurants after determining they had stolen wages from 325 of their […]
Labor Commissioner’s Office Cites Restaurant Owners Over $2 Million for Wage Theft
Posted on March 10, 2020
The California Labor Commissioner’s Office has cited the owners of Genwa Korean BBQ $2.1 million for multiple wage theft and labor law violations affecting 325 servers, dishwashers and cooks. The […]
First Day Reflections from Diego Cartagena, President & CEO
Posted on February 3, 2020
PRESS RELEASE: California Plaintiffs Win Case Against State For Failing To Provide Federally-Mandated In-Home Supportive Services
Posted on January 23, 2020
January 23, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE State must reimburse or pay Medi-Cal recipients and conduct statewide outreach to thousands of Californians who may be eligible for in-home services LOS ANGELES — Thousands […]
Bet Tzedek Executive Leadership Transition Announcement
Posted on January 17, 2020
Bet Tzedek Names Diego Cartagena as New President & CEO
Posted on January 17, 2020
CONTACT: Allison Lee, Vice President External Affairs, 310-991-0373 or alee@bettzedek.org LOS ANGELES (JANUARY 17, 2020) – Bet Tzedek announced today that its Board of Directors […]
