Appalachian Citizens’ Law Center provides free legal services to coal miners seeking to ensure safe working conditions; to victims of black lung seeking the benefits they have been promised; to coalfields residents struggling to protect clean drinking water.

“One thing I know is that I found the right lawyer the day I called you!  Thank you for your patience and encouragement you gave to me through the long battle.  Thank you for standing by me when needed.  God bless you.”

Delores B. Slone
widow of coal miner and black lung victim Walter Slone

Your gift will ensure the availability of high-quality legal representation to the citizens of the Appalachian coalfields. Appalachian Citizens’ Law Center is the only law firm in the country providing legal services for black lung, mine safety, and environmental impacts free of charge. Your gift makes this possible.