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Justice System Racket Exposed in Foreclosure Scheme
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a shocking exposé, Attorney General Eric Holder and Vice President Joe Biden have announced a series of initiatives aimed at combating the widespread corruption and abuse of power in the foreclosure process.
The investigation revealed that thousands of Americans have been victimized by predatory lending practices, leaving many without access to affordable housing. The new initiatives, which include strengthening foreclosure mediation programs, helping veterans secure the legal help they need, and making it easier for workers to find a qualified attorney when they believe their rights have been violated, are designed to bring justice to those affected.
‘In difficult economic times, we want to make sure all Americans—regardless of income or status—have access to the resources they need to pursue justice,’ said Vice President Joe Biden.
‘The initiatives we are announcing today represent an important step toward that goal and will help thousands of Americans get the legal assistance they need.’
Today’s announcement is the culmination of work between the DOJ’s Access to Justice Initiative and federal agencies like the Department of Labor, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as partners in the advocacy community.
‘As a prosecutor and former judge, I know that the fundamental integrity of our justice system, and our faith in it, depends on effective representation on both sides of the courtroom,’ said Attorney General Holder.
‘With the strides we have made – and with the additional steps soon to come – I am confident that we can build a fairer and more effective justice system.’
The Department of Labor and the American Bar Association have collaborated to help workers resolve complaints received by DOL’s Wage and Hour Division, such as not getting paid the minimum wage or not being paid overtime, or being denied family medical leave.
Beginning on December 13, 2010, complainants whose cases cannot be resolved by DOL because of limited capacity will be given a toll-free number to a newly created system where they are connected to an ABA-approved attorney referral provider if there are participating attorneys in their area.
In addition, if DOL has conducted an investigation, the complainant will be given information about the findings to provide to an attorney who may take the case, including the violations at issue and any back wages owed.
Said Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, ‘Our nation’s workers deserve full and fair compensation, and this Administration is committed to ensuring that they receive it. Today’s announced collaboration with the American Bar Association streamlines worker access to additional legal resources and builds on the Department of Labor’s continued efforts to ensure that employers comply with America’s labor laws.’
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Key Facts
- State: Federal
- Category: Public Corruption
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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