IMPACT: CLS Helps Immigrants

CLS’s work with immigrants, including those who are undocumented, prevents exploitation, lifts people out of poverty, and allows our clients to have a fair chance at accessing justice. CLS regularly represents immigrant clients and we advocate on behalf immigrant and refugee communities in a number of ways, including:

SSI for Non-US Citizens

What is SSI? SSI is a monthly cash payment from the Social Security Administration.  These payments are for individuals who have low income and resources, and who are disabled, blind, or age 65 and older.  Both adults and children can get SSI.  For 2020, the most you can get in SSI benefits is $783 per…

Immigrant Workers Have Rights!

Immigrant workers have rights! Know your rights and enforce them! No matter what your immigration status is, these rights apply to all!   Wages – you have the right to be paid for all of your work! You have the right to be paid for all of the hours that you work or are required to be at…