Dana Nessel Discusses the Expansion of LGBT Protections Under the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act
Dana Nessel, one of the leading litigators of LGBT issues in Michigan, spoke out in an interview with Stateside about the lack of federal laws protecting LGBT people . Currently, there are no federal or state protections for sexual orientation or gender identity. Prior protections imposed by the Obama administration are currently being rolled back by the Trump administration. Without support on the federal level, it is up to each state to implement protections for the LGBT community. Because of her extensive litigation experience, Dana Nessel is considered one of the top criminal attorneys in Michigan. She began her private practice in 2005 and became a staunch defender of constitutional rights. Dana is currently recognized as one of the premier litigators of LGBT issues. Dana is concerned by the injustices faced by the LGBT community in Michigan. She spoke with Stateside last month about these issues. “The LGBT community frequently faces evictions, termination from employment...