The need for humanitarian assistance can originate from natural as well as man-made forces. Earthquakes, hurricanes, cyclones, flooding and extreme weather conditions are among the many phenomena causing instability, widespread famine, hunger and disease in many parts of the world. Unfortunately, corruption and greed play their part as well.
Lawyers to the Rescue was founded by attorney Spencer Aronfeld and Dina Aronfeld in response to one of the worst natural disasters in the history of the Western Hemisphere – the 2010 earthquake that struck Haiti – where 200,000 lives were lost, more than one million people were left homeless, and hundreds of thousands more were injured.
Unlike Doctors Without Borders where doctors are able to respond with medical attention which can save lives, lawyers for a long time felt that all they could do is donate money. Now, with Lawyers to the Rescue, lawyers can do more than just write essay. They can take action and connect with lawyers who are already making a difference. Whether through pro bono legal help, helping individuals in need, becoming the voice for victims or fighting for basic human rights, Lawyers to the Rescue has the tools for the job.
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