While COVID-19 is increasing the pressures of families and couples, the law is clear that wherever there is violence or abuse between intimate partners or ex-partners it is “family violence.”
Contracts affected by COVID-19
Memberships, travel and accommodation bookings, events, product price increases and changes to services are all covered by contracts which may be affected by COVID-19.
Employment issues during COVID-19
State and Federal government have introduced new restrictions impacting how some businesses can operate. As a result many workplaces are closed, impacting employees.
Fact sheet – Issues for transgender people
In 2019 Tasmania changed its law so that transgender people who want to legally change their gender may do so more easily.
Court appearance during COVID-19
Court services have changed the way they are operating during COVID-19.
Funerals and Weddings during COVID-19
The National Cabinet has introduced limits on public gatherings, including funerals and weddings.
Renting during COVID-19
The Tasmanian Government has passed a law that protects tenants who are experiencing hardship from losing their income as a result of COVID-19.
Separated Parents and Care Arrangements – COVID-19
During times of stress, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic, parenting when separated can become more challenging.
Will Making and COVID-19
Due to the emerging situation with COVID-19 many Australians are interested in updating or making their Wills.
Fact sheet – Neighbourhood trees and plants
Information on how to resolve disputes concerning plants on neighbouring properties.