Immigration Rights and Services Manual
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This manual provides important information on the rights and services available to immigrants in New York City.
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Prohibited Employment Policies/Practices
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A general overview of Federal anti-discrimination law, including information on who is protected from discrimination, and examples of illegal job discrimination.
By: The U. S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
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Discrimination and Public Accomodations
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Information on your right to be treated without discrimination in public accomodations, including what to do if you believe a taxi driver or a store has discriminated against you.
By: New York City Commission on Human Rights
New York City Privacy Policy: Know Your Rights Information on a New York City law that protects your privacy concerning such things as your status as an immigrant, a survivor of domestic violence, or a recipient of public assistance, your sexual orientation and in other areas.
By: National Employment Law Project
If you do not speak English and go to a New York City agency you are entitled to free language assistance. Learn more about what services you are entitled to and the New York City agencies that must provide them.
By: Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
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Do you have trouble with English? Are you unable to to speak, read, write, or understand English well?
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Did you know federal agencies and organizations that get money from the federal government have to provide reasonable services to assist you? Learn more.
By: Federal Interagency Working Group on LEP
Learn about your right to receive information in your language during a "341 bankruptcy meeting"
By: U.S. Trustee Program
Video: How to Work with Interpreters
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In this video, you will learn some basic tips that will allow you to communicate effectively and easily through an interpreter with a person who doesn't speak your language.
By: Legal Services of New Jersey
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Obtaining unemployment benefits in New York State: What you should know if you do not speak English If you do not speak English, the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) must provide assistance to help you access their programs and services. While the NYSDOL does provide some language assistance, there are still challenges. This resource provides a checklist of the free language assistance currently available when obtaining your unemployment benefits and problems you should be aware of.
By: LawHelp NY
Fair Housing Guide: Who's Protected and Who Must Follow The Law
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This booklet provides a brief explanation of who is protected from discrimination under New York's Fair Housing Law and which groups must follow the law.
By: New York State Division of Human Rights
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Fair Housing is the Law in New York City
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Information on New York City's laws concerning housing discrimination.
By: New York City Commission on Human Rights
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Housing Discrimination Complaints
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If you are a victim of housing discrimination learn how to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
By: U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
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Learn more about the laws which protect your right to get health-care services in your language?
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By: New York Lawyers Public Interest
Know your rights in NY pharmacies
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You are entitled to certain rights under federal and state law when you go to a pharmacy to fill a prescription. Find out what NY pharmacies must do.
By: New York Lawyers for the Public Interest (NYLPI)
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Questions and Answers about the Workplace Rights of Muslims, Arabs, South Asians and Sikhs
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Information about employment discrimination and harassment based on national origin and/or religion geared especially to Muslims, Arabs, South Asians and Sikhs after September 11th.
By: The U. S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Your Rights as an Undocumented Youth Learn what rights you have if you are an undocumented youth. Explains your right to medical treatment, medical insurance and an education. Also provides information about how to apply for private scholarships for college.
By: The Door - A Center of Alternatives
How to File a Complaint with the New York State Division of Human Rights
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Information on how to file a complaint with the State Division of Human Rights if you believe that you have been the victim of discrimination.
By: New York State Division of Human Rights
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How to File a Discrimination Complaint With The Office For Civil Rights
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If you believe that you have been discriminated against because of your race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex or religion by a health care or human services provider (such as a hospital, nursing home, social service agency, doctor's office, pharmacy, children's health program, alcohol and drug treatment center, adoption agencies) or by a State or local government health or human services agency, you may file a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
By: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
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Tagalog / Tagalog
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Vietnamese / Tiếng Việt
How to File a Complaint with the New York City Commission on Human Rights
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Information on how to file a complaint with the City if you are a victim of employment discrimination.
By: New York City Commission on Human Rights
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Filing a Complaint Regarding an Immigration Court Interpreter
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By: U.S. Department of Justice: Executive Office of Immigration Review
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Immigration Law Glossary
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This is a glossary of commonly used words and phrases when talking about immigration law. Definitions for each word and phrases are provided.
By: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Complaints About Attorneys
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If you have a complaint against an attorney, you may contact the Attorney Disciplinary / Grievance Committee. The office you need to contact depends upon the location of your lawyer's office. Click for more information.
By: New York State Unified Court System
Is Your Lawyer Licensed to Practice? You should check to make sure your lawyer is licensed to practice before you hire them to represent you. Find out what you can do!
By: Lawhelp NY
How to Complain About Lawyers and Judges in NYC
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An overview of how to file complaint against a Lawyer or Judge in NYC. Outlines client's rights and responsibilities.
By: City Bar Justice Center
USCIS Information to Avoid Immigration Scams
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This section of the USCIS website provides information on how to avoid scams, common scams, form filing tips, how to report immigration scams, and much more.
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