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The latest on AARP Foundation's work to protect the rights of older adults.


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AARP Foundation 2025 Supreme Court Preview

The Supreme Court often hears cases affecting the lives of people over 50. Read our review of key cases coming before the Court this year and likely to come in the future.

$54.2 Million Victory in Court for St. Clare's Pensioners

A jury found the diocese of Albany, NY, had mismanaged pension funds and broken promises.

Putting Retiree's Interests First

AARP Foundation's Senior Vice President for Litigation William Alvarado Rivera testified before the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce's Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions in a hearing.

Fair Housing Justice Center Press Release

After years of litigation, the Fair Housing Justice Center (FHJC) and the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) have entered into a landmark settlement agreement ending longstanding discriminatory practices that excluded older adults who use wheelchairs or have other mobility impairments from adult care facilities, including assisted living facilities, across the state.

AME Church, Plan Admin To Pay $60M To Exit Retirement Suit

The African Methodist Episcopal Church and a retirement plan manager will pay a combined $60 million to resolve claims that they failed to prevent a rogue church employee from embezzling nearly $90 million from its retirement plan, according to a filing in Tennessee federal court.

Federal Court Issues Landmark Civil Rights of People with Disabilities Decision Enabling Thousands of D.C. Citizens to Transition Out of Nursing Facilities

The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has issued a resounding judgment in the class action case Brown, et al v. District of Columbia, finding that the District of Columbia has violated the rights of D.C. residents with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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AARP Foundation 2025 Supreme Court Preview

The Supreme Court often hears cases affecting the lives of people over 50. Read our review of key cases coming before the Court this year and likely to come in the future.