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03/28/2025

Another great resource, StrongHearts Native Helpline. Also a proud board member. Check out StrongHearts if you aren't familiar with the important help they can offer. 844-7NATIVE (762-8483)

StrongHearts Native Helpline is a 24/7 safe, confidential and anonymous domestic and sexual violence helpline for Native Americans and Alaska Natives, offering support and advocacy.

StrongHearts offers 24/7 confidential and anonymous support and advocacy to Native American and Alaska Natives impacted by domestic and sexual violence.

03/27/2025

Connected with a great resource center yesterday: Southwest Women's Law Center who provides free legal representation, advice, and brief services in Pueblo courts for Native women+ experiencing domestic violence and/or intimate partner violence. The SWLC can help by assisting survivors in creating a safety plan, filing temporary domestic orders, obtaining protective orders, initiating divorce and child custody, obtaining child support, accessing quality affordable healthcare including access to Medicaid and Medicare, and access to other legal resources as it relates to the domestic violence incident.

Legal advocacy is necessary to create systemic changes needed to improve the lives of many women and girls. The SWLC provides free legal representation, advice, and brief services in Pueblo courts for Native women+ experiencing domestic violence and/or intimate partner violence. The SWLC can help by...

03/26/2025

The fight for justice has never been more important than now.

03/25/2025

We are personal injury attorneys because we believe in putting PEOPLE FIRST.

Contact Parnall & Adams Law today for compassionate legal support.

03/18/2025

A tort 🥮 is far from a sweet treat! 😂🙅 Don't get it twisted!

Got any other legal terms that sound like they could mean something totally different? 🤔 Let us know in the comments and we'll clear it up for you right away!

03/12/2025

As a former federal prosecutor, I have always made it a priority to track crime trends and understand their broader impact. The Tipping Point is a great book that explores similar concepts, highlighting how small shifts can create major societal change.

Unfortunately, we are seeing a noticeable rise in discrimination and hate-related crimes. Just this week, an 8-year-old Black student was called the "n" word by her substitute teacher. Heartbreakingly, this happened at the end of Black History Month—while she was dressed as one of her idols, Mae Jemison.

Thanks to the courage of McKenzie Johnson, Johnson v. Board of Education has paved the way for victims like this young girl to pursue human rights claims against those responsible.

The old saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me,” is simply not true. Discriminatory remarks toward an 8-year-old—or any child—can leave lasting psychological wounds. I would even argue that the trauma caused by such words amounts to a form of bodily injury.

We must do better. We will do better. And when we reach our tipping point, it must lead to real accountability and a brighter future for our most vulnerable populations.

03/11/2025

Our objective is simple: help Albuquerque heal.

03/04/2025

LOL. Here's another one for you, folks! Gossip is NOT evidence 🙅‍♂️

We hope this helps you understand a confusing "legalese" term a bit better. Our jargon can be difficult to digest, but we're here to help you make sense of it, every step of the way!

02/27/2025

Over the course of the last year I have been shockingly surprised and honored to be invited to a few in-service law enforcement trainings across the country with a focus on MMIW, sexual assault, domestic violence, and trauma informed care.

Recently, I had the opportunity to train federal agents responsible for investigating federal crimes within National Parks. Of the approximately 400 deaths that occur in these parks each year, nearly 50% of intentional deaths are su***des. A key focus of the training was identifying homicides staged as su***des, along with addressing MMIW cases within National Parks.

In other instances, we have taken legal action against law enforcement agencies for their failures to properly train and supervise officers handling these cases. I have always offered to provide training to these departments, yet—unsurprisingly—they rarely take me up on the offer.

This is all to say how much I appreciate the federal agents who have welcomed me into their trainings. I’ve learned that those in law enforcement with the highest integrity actively seek training and accountability, ensuring that both they and their colleagues uphold the highest standards of service.

Today, fewer than 40 federal agents nationwide are tasked with investigating deaths across approximately 420 National Parks. The group I worked with this week included some of the most dedicated, compassionate agents I’ve had the privilege of training. I am especially grateful to the few brave individuals who made my participation possible—your commitment to improving responses to crimes against women does not go unnoticed.

Also a reminder to visit some of the most beautifully preserved land we have left in our country.

The National Park Service cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage.

02/25/2025

You deserve monetary, physical, and emotional recovery. We want to help you get it.

Contact Parnall & Adams Law today to get the justice you deserve.

02/21/2025

Among the many experiences that can deeply harm a child, sexual assault is arguably one of the most devastating. What makes it even worse is finding the courage to speak up—only to be met with silence or indifference.

The effects of early childhood trauma are far-reaching, often leading to issues such as su***de, depression, substance abuse, early pregnancy, and a range of serious health conditions.

Moreover, Indigenous women are disproportionately affected by this crisis, highlighting the urgent need for change. My hope is that we continue to address this issue through accountability and open community dialogue.

https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_news/lawsuit-accuses-former-jemez-pueblo-governor-of-sexual-assault/article_4434f366-eb00-11ef-9ae2-fb2a1ca2f11f.html

02/18/2025

💌 Only problem with this definition...subpoenas rarely feel "cordial" 😂

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02/11/2025

You have a right to safety in your home. If that right has not been protected, please contact us via the link in our bio today.

02/07/2025

Non-profit organizations are independent entities that serve as a vital support system for the most vulnerable members of our communities.

These organizations operate across various sectors, including social causes, research, education, legal aid, charitable work, volunteer activities, healthcare, and environmental protection.

Despite their critical role, over half of the population remains indifferent to non-profits - either because they never have required assistance from such organizations or have never participated in efforts to support marginalized groups in need.

The communities that rely most on non-profits are often those historically subjected to oppression, discrimination, trauma, and economic hardship. Their struggles are a direct result of generations of systemic inequality and societal evolution.

Their funding has been threatened in ways that can't be imagined. Lend a hand when and if you can to those entities who could use a boost.

02/04/2025

😂 We know "legalese" is confusing, so we like to explain the terms you may have heard before, but may not know the meaning of. 👨‍🏫

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01/30/2025

A Landmark Decision for Equal Rights in New Mexico Education!
We are thrilled to share a historic victory in our recent case that we co-counseled with the ACLU affirming that public schools are public accommodations under the New Mexico Human Rights Act (NMHRA). This groundbreaking decision has far-reaching implications, as it ensures that public educational institutions in New Mexico must adhere to the same standards of non-discrimination as other public services, guaranteeing equal treatment for all students. The success in this case came from the strength of an incredibly strong and brilliant student, Mckenzie Johnson (Dine'). Her perseverance and strength was needed for six years to ensure she could be apart of the milestone of providing additional protections to future generations.
The case marks a pivotal moment in the fight for educational equity, reinforcing that schools cannot discriminate based on race or other protected characteristics. It paves the way for stronger protections against discrimination, ensuring that students' rights are safeguarded, and that fairness becomes the foundation of our public education system.
This ruling is a major step forward in advancing justice and equality for New Mexicans, and we are proud to have been part of this transformative process. (Opinion here)

01/28/2025

New Mexicans deserve to feel safe in their homes. If your safety has been threatened and not properly prioritized, contact Parnall & Adams Law today.

01/21/2025

Your justice and mental wellness are our priority. If you want compassionate legal support, contact Parnall & Adams Law today.