Unfair Evictions: Where Fair Housing and Landlord-Tenant Law Intersect

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A federal fair housing suit which reveals landlord-tenant discrimination can protect tenants, serve as a community-organizing tool, and bring public attention to prevalent housing problems. However, federal court litigation presents a wealth of demands. Attorneys asserting a fair housing argument in response to an impending state court eviction can expect to encounter federal doctrines on the subject.

By Geoffrey Heeren From November - December 2003