United States v. Hannah, et al. (W.D. Mo.)

On August 8, 2023, the court entered a consent order in United States v. Hannah, et al. (W.D. Mo.).  The complaint, which was filed on November 21, 2022, alleges that the defendants discriminated on the basis of disability in violation of the Fair Housing Act (FHA) by refusing to allow the complainant to live with her assistance animal.  La Maison Investment, LLC is also named as a defendant in the case.  The consent order requires the defendants to pay the complaint $5,000, vacate her eviction judgment, provide her with a favorable reference letter, adopt a reasonable accommodation policy, attend fair housing training, and read multiple guidance documents issued by HUD and DOJ.  The case was referred to the Division after the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) received a complaint, conducted an investigation, and issued a charge of discrimination.

Press Release - 9/6/2023