tenant safety

Environmental Groups Sue New York Regulators Over Loopholes Weakening Lead Safety Rules

Aug 9, 2026

Three environmental advocacy groups, represented by Earthjustice, filed a lawsuit Thursday against the New York State Department of Health, accusing the agency of undermining a new state law designed to protect tenants—especially children—from lead poisoning. The suit challenges two regulations issued to implement the Proactive Lead Inspection Law, which took effect in November 2025. According…
Family of Slain Nursing Student Tamilore Odunsi Files $65M Negligence Lawsuit Over Fatal Roommate Pairing

Jul 11, 2025

The family of 23-year-old nursing student Tamilore “Tami” Odunsi, who was brutally stabbed to death in April 2025, has filed a $65 million wrongful death and negligence lawsuit against a Houston property management company and a background check provider they claim failed to protect her from a dangerous living situation. Filed Monday in Harris County,…

Environmental Groups Sue New York Regulators Over Loopholes Weakening Lead Safety Rules