01 Feb Gov.’s office: Trip not tied to payday lending bill

Posted at February 01, 2011 in In the News by Mississippi Center for Justice

Clarion Ledger Jerry Mitchell Gov. Haley Barbour met with the nation's biggest payday lender when he traveled last week to South Carolina to seek support for a possible presidential run. His visit with donors, community leaders and Republican activists included representatives of Advance America, based in Spartanburg, S.C....

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24 Jan Religious, NAACP leaders: Let payday law die

Posted at January 24, 2011 in In the News by Mississippi Center for Justice

Clarion Ledger By Jerry Mitchell Mississippi religious leaders called Monday for state lawmakers to let a law sunset that permits payday lenders to charge the equivalent of 572 percent interest. The Rev. Frank Spencer, chief executive officer of Stewpot Community Services in Jackson, said payday lending is immoral...

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21 Jan Payday loan bill amended

Posted at January 21, 2011 in In the News by Mississippi Center for Justice

Clarion Ledger The Senate Banking Committee amended a House bill Thursday aimed at reducing the 572-percent equivalent interest rate on payday loans, making it more palatable to the lenders. Read the full story here....

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20 Jan Mississippi House of Representatives protects predatory lending

Posted at January 20, 2011 in Press Release by Mississippi Center for Justice

Statement from Paheadra Robinson, Consumer Protection Director, regarding the extension of payday lending operations in Mississippi (Jackson, Miss.) – This week, the Mississippi House of Representatives voted to protect industry profits instead of protecting hardworking consumers across Mississippi. House Bill 455 provides no real protection for...

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13 Jan Free legal services available to BP Oil claimants

Posted at January 13, 2011 in Press Release by Mississippi Center for Justice

A five-state network of nonprofit civil legal services organizations is now providing free legal assistance to unrepresented claimants in the BP oil disaster recovery. Attorneys will advise claimants about documentation needed for the claims process, review settlement offers and provide legal advice and assistance about...

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10 Jan Payday lenders hearing today

Posted at January 10, 2011 in In the News by Mississippi Center for Justice

Clarion Ledger by Jerry Mitchell Mississippi lawmakers will hear testimony today on whether the state law enabling payday lenders to charge the equivalent of 572-percent interest rate should expire. House Banking Chairman George Flaggs scheduled the public hearing today to allow both sides to explain their positions. The...

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08 Dec Lawyers’ Committee to Recognize Outstanding Lawyers, Law Firms and Clients During Annual Awards Reception

Posted at December 08, 2010 in Press Release by Mississippi Center for Justice

Lawyers' Committee to Recognize Outstanding Lawyers, Law Firms and Clients During Annual Awards Reception FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 08, 2010 CONTACT: Stacie B.Royster 202-662-8317 sroyster@lawyerscommittee.org NEW YORK, NY - The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law will honor the outstanding pro bono service and stellar commitment to equality and justice of...

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15 Nov HOUSING ADVOCATES PRAISE KATRINA RECOVERY SETTLEMENT WITH HUD AND MISSISSIPPI

Posted at November 15, 2010 in Press Release by Mississippi Center for Justice

Biloxi, Miss. – Two years after filing suit against the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Mississippi housing advocates are praising the settlement reached today with HUD and the State of Mississippi. The plan calls for the state to direct $132 million to...

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13 Nov Mississippi Center for Justice releases 2009 report

Posted at November 13, 2010 in Press Release by Mississippi Center for Justice

We are pleased to share the stories of clients, advocacy partners, funders and others who are working together to advance racial and economic justice in Mississippi. We hope you enjoy our 2009 report, Building a Future of Justice for All....

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28 Sep Social justice dinner to honor Mercidees & Victor McTeer, Bill Ray

Posted at September 28, 2010 in Press Release by Mississippi Center for Justice

The Mississippi Center for Justice will honor Mercidees and Victor McTeer, philanthropists and activists who have dedicated themselves to improving public education throughout the Mississippi Delta, and Bill Ray, President and CEO of BankPlus, for their commitment to equality and justice for all during its...

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