M.K.B. v. Eggleston: U.S.D.C., S.D.N.Y.  Class action filed in 2005 challenging the wrongful denial of public benefits, including cash public assistance, food stamps and Medicaid, to certain categories of immigrants.   The plaintiff class includes immigrant victims of domestic violence, individuals who are Permanently Residing under Color of Law (“PRUCOL”) and lawful permanent residents (green card holders).   The Court granted Plaintiffs’ motion for class certification and a class-wide preliminary injunction in August of 2006, after which the parties were able to negotiate a settlement, which was approved by the Court.  Pursuant to the settlement, the Court retains jurisdiction for four years (extendable to 7 years if plaintiffs can show systemic failure to comply with the terms of the agreement).  Plaintiffs are monitoring compliance and advocating for individual members of the class.  Class members began to receive retroactive benefits in 2008.  (JGS)  (Co-counsel: Legal Aid Society; Hughes, Hubbard & Reed LLP)