Poverty Law
/ˈpɑːvɚti lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) Area of law addressing legal issues faced by individuals living in poverty, including access to benefits, housing, and public assistance.
She specializes in poverty law to help clients obtain rightful social services.
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- poverty law
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Commentary
Poverty law focuses on practical legal problems affecting low-income populations and often intersects with public policy and social welfare regulations.
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