New Report Sheds Light on Eviction Trends in Cleveland

A new research report from the Urban Institute, using court data from the Legal Services Corporation’s Civil Court Data Initiative (CCDI), provides key insights into eviction trends in Cleveland. The study explores how eviction filings impact different communities and highlights the role of legal representation in improving outcomes for tenants. The research also demonstrates how innovative data analysis methods can help fill gaps in court data, providing a clearer picture of eviction patterns and opportunities for policy reforms. This study underscores the importance of data transparency in civil courts and the potential for evidence-based solutions to improve housing stability.