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New Pittsburgh Law Allows DV Victims to Terminate Leases Without Penalty On November 14th, a new renters law protecting DV victims was unanimously approved by Pittsburgh's City Council. Triblive.com reported on the legislation, explaining that it allows DV victims to exit leases early without penalties. Should the tenant choose to stay in the lease, landlords are also required to change locks free of charge within five days of being asked to do so. Tenants must continue to pay rent and demonstrate proof of the violence through court documentation, protection from abuse orders, medical records, mental health records, and documents from social workers or victim advocates. Although the helpful law targets the housing crisis many DV victims face while attempting to leave their abuser, victims are still required to take initial steps to gather the necessary documentation to prove the abuse. Domestic Violence in Pennsylvania According to 2020 data from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, approximately 37.1% of women and 30% of men in Pennsylvania experience intimate partner physical violence. Put in another way, around 1,045 calls to law enforcement or helplines alleging domestic violence are made every hour in the state. The state defines Domestic violence within Section 6102 of the state's criminal code as abusive acts between members of the same family, members of the same household, sexual or intimate partners, or co-parents. Domestic violence can also... https://lnkd.in/eAaGQ-9J

Some of the accomplishments of ADR Network SA and Access to Justice over the last two decades: Access to land, housing and services for over 10 000 families of shackdwellers through restorative Justice dialogue processes and diversions in eviction matters; Restorative Justice dialogue to reduce violence in the mini bus taxi industry where lack of consultation in SOE roll outs have left interested parties excluded and without access to Justice; Anti-racism in schools; Advocacy for and practice of restorative Justice and restorative discipline in the workplace and in schools; Victim centric restorative Justice in hate crimes and GBV; Diversions in public violence matters to address the underlying human rights violations that lead to protest through restorative Justice dialogue; Ongoing peace building in families through Divorce and family mediation. Separating families may still form part of the same system where there are children and need to be equipped to collaborate/ work together in the future; Personal injury claims through restorative Justice dialogue rooted in the law of delict; Mediation in commercial, workplace, insurance, community, medical negligence disputes. For more information or to get involved, email: sheena@adr-networksa.co.za

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Sometimes disputes can arise between family members about how a loved one should be laid to rest after they have passed away. Leah Merrifield looks at what the court may take into account in our latest blog. ➡️ https://ow.ly/xauu50QWufI #roythornessolicitors #disputes #privateclient #blog

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Responding to the latest Government announcement regarding the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme, Des Collins, Senior Partner of Collins Solicitors (and legal adviser to some 1500 victims and families involved in the infected blood scandal) has the following comment: "We broadly welcome the Government's endorsement of Sir Robert Francis' recommendations for compensation and look forward to regulations being laid down next week to formally establish the Infected Blood Compensation Authority and enable the Compensation Scheme to commence work.   “Our clients are thankful that the recent change of Government has not disrupted the timetable set by the Victims and Prisoners Act and recognise the work Sir Robert and others are undertaking to make long-promised compensation a practical reality.    “It is clearly good news that the scheme will be up and running by October and ready to receive applications from the infected, both those living and from representatives of those now deceased. It is somewhat surprising that those affected will need to wait longer than those infected to make an application but at least there is a guide on timescale.   “We now need to consider the details of the scheme with each of our clients to determine how they navigate the process and claim their entitlement. We are heartened to see a provision for victims to receive independent legal advice to help them in this respect. Experience shows that Government compensation schemes are notoriously complicated, often containing needlessly complex barriers to access, as those affected by the Windrush and Post Office scandals can attest. The infected blood community are now assured of informed and independent legal support going forward which for many will be a great relief.   “Finally we are also pleased to see Sir Robert has recommended a review mechanism so that the design and mechanics of the scheme can be adjusted after a year if flaws become apparent. This is important if, for any reason, the scheme fails to meet objectives for the community it is intended to serve.   “As lead claimant legal advisors at the Inquiry, Collins Solicitors will now be working with clients in the weeks ahead to ensure they receive fair compensation without further delay.” #InfectedBlood #ContaminatedBlood

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For legal studies teachers: Criminal law - an interesting case about an unsuccessful appeal against severity of a sentence. Useful to consider and discuss with students : reasons for a high head sentence, reasons for a ‘discount,’ grounds on which an appeal was sought, reasons why the appeal was dismissed, whether the sentence meets the need for a fair and just punishment.

Amazing feedback for one of our intermediaries from GT Stewart Solicitors. This important article from Max Konarek illustrates so clearly the difference an intermediary can make in court: "For individuals with cognitive or emotional impairments and/or a neurodivergence, the use of intermediaries can make the difference between justice being served or not. Without this support, the court risks making decisions based on incomplete or misunderstood evidence, which can have dire consequences for both the accused and the children involved in the proceedings." #intermediaries #neurodivergence #humanrights