Portland Sued for Homeless Encampments Blocking Sidewalks

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Ten Portlanders filed a class action lawsuit against the city September 6, alleging that the homeless encampments blocking the sidewalk violate the Americans with Disabilities Act. If successful, the lawsuit could force the city’s hand in providing a much-needed, albeit temporary solution to Portland’s exploding homeless population. It would be a welcome relief. Residents have been struggling to cope with the crisis, and there doesn’t seem to be any end in sight.

Fighting Portland’s Homelessness Crisis

The lawsuit in question was filed by five attorneys, the most notable of whom was John A. DiLorenzo Jr., a successful lobbyist that won the largest jury verdict rendered

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