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24.01.2022 NEW FREE BUSHFIRE LEGAL HELP TACKLES EMERGING PROBLEMS After dealing with the initial impact of a natural disaster, it can often take months for bushfire victims to turn their attention to legal issues some of which take considerable time to emerge. Bushfire legal issues can include:... Insurance claim disputes Property and stock losses Landlord and tenancy matters Fencing and boundary problems Debt and income difficulties Employment law protections for workers assisting with bushfire management measures Centrelink benefits and financial hardship options for individuals and small businesses Replacing destroyed documents (e.g. Insurance paperwork, tenancy agreements, drivers’ licences, property documents, Medicare cards, and certificates relating to birth, death, marriage or a change of name) With funding from the Commonwealth, the SA government is putting lawyers on the ground to provide free assistance to individuals, small businesses and primary producers affected by last summer’s fires. This assistance is not means tested and is provided by us and Community Legal Centres South Australia. Our lawyers are now providing free legal advice, information and assistance to bushfire victims in the regions outlined below. THE ADELAIDE HILLS We operate a legal assistance outreach clinic at Lobethal. For more information, or to book an appointment, call us on 1300 366 424. KANGAROO ISLAND Community Legal Centres SA (CLCSA) operates a legal assistance outreach clinic at Parndana. For more information, or to book an appointment, call CLCSA on (08) 8121 4473. YORKE PENINSULA A legal assistance outreach clinic operates regularly at Yorketown. For more information, or to book an appointment, call: the Legal Services Commission on 1300 366 424; or Community Legal Centres SA on (08) 8121 4473. SA Country Fire Service SA Metropolitan Fire Service SA State Emergency Service National Bushfire Recovery Agency #LSCSA #LegalAid #BushfireAssistance #adelaide #sa #help #Legal

22.01.2022 Declared Public Precincts If you're out celebrating this New Year’s Eve, remember that special laws apply in two particular entertainment areas in metropolitan Adelaide. These areas are known as declared public precincts, and police have increased powers within these zones during the New Year’s celebrations (6:00pm-6:00am). ... Such powers include police officers having the power to carry out metal detector and general drug detection searches in declared public precincts. Failure to comply with police requirements and directions in relation to these powers is an offence. The first precinct covers the Adelaide City West area, within the boundaries of: Northern boundary of North Terrace to western boundary of West Terrace; and Western boundary of West Terrace to southern boundary of Currie Street; and Southern boundary of Currie Street to eastern boundary of King William Street; and Eastern boundary of King William Street to northern boundary of North Terrace. The second precinct covers Glenelg, within the boundaries of: Southern boundary of Pier Street taking a straight line west to the low tide of the Gulf St. Vincent Low tide of the Gulf St. Vincent (western edge) to the northern boundary of Chappell Drive and Anzac Highway, including the Holdfast Shores Promenade Northern boundary of Anzac Highway extending to Chappell Drive to eastern boundary of Brighton Road Eastern boundary of Brighton Road to southern boundary of Pier Street Tram Stop 15; including the northern boundary of Dunbar Terrace to Service Road, south across the tram tracks 40 metres east of Brighton Road, to the southern side of Maxwell Terrace up to the intersection with Fortrose Street. Further details are available from the @SAPOL website: https://www.police.sa.gov.au/your/declared-public-precincts and our Law Handbook. https://lawhandbook.sa.gov.au/ch12s06s04s14.php #NewYear #2020 #StaySafe #SAPOL #LSCSA #Adelaide

22.01.2022 Noisy Neighbours? Noise from neighbours is a common source of nuisance, and for some people can be very upsetting. The main complaints relate to barking dogs, parties, loud music and cars. If your neighbours disturb you with unreasonable amounts of noise, it is a good idea to let them know that it is disturbing you. Try to be friendly and polite even if you are very annoyed about their behaviour. Your neighbour may not even be aware that the noise they are making could be dis...turbing you. If the problem continues, you could try writing them a letter. Legal action should only be used as a last resort as it tends to make relations between neighbours worse in the future. It is best to try to sort out issues with your neighbour directly or with the help of a mediator. Complaints about noisy parties should be reported to police as they have wide powers to stop excessive noise. For barking dogs or other animals, contact your local council. For more information see our Noisy Neighbours factsheet https://lsc.sa.gov.au/resources/NoisyNeighboursFactsheet.pdf #LSCSA #LSCSA #12DaysofChristmas #ConsumerLaw #Adelaide #SA #LegalHelp #ACCC #DodgyGifts

22.01.2022 Calling all law students - paid Summer Clerkships. The Legal Services Commission provides a range of legal information, advice, education and representation services. As part of our development program we are offering paid Summer... Clerkships for law students. This program provides the ideal stepping stone to a career in the legal assistance sector. To find out more visit: https://lsc.sa.gov.au/cb_pages/vacancies.php #LSCSA #law #vacancies #Jobs #adelaide #Legal

20.01.2022 It was great to be out and about talking to students and teachers about legal assistance services and innovative ways to help people learn. Thanks to the the many who joined us at the Flexible Learning Options Expo at Lightsview in #Adelaide. Advocacy for Disability Access and Inclusion Inc... Dacssa - Disability Advocacy Disability Rights Advocacy Service Inc Relationships Australia South Australia See more

18.01.2022 We’re celebrating Your Story Disability Legal Support's first birthday. National Legal Aid and National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services have been working together to support people to share their stories with the Disability Royal Commission. So far they've provided more than 2000 legal, information and other services... and they're just getting started!... More info: https://bit.ly/3kerxLJ #YOURSTORY #sa #adelaide #RoyalCommission #LegalAid #LegalHelp NATSILS - National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services

18.01.2022 Take care in these hot conditions and seek help if needed.

16.01.2022 Fire Danger Season The Fire Danger Season dates have been declared for 2020-21. During the Fire Danger Season, restrictions are placed on lighting fires to reduce the chances of large fires starting. These restrictions are escalated when a Total Fire Ban Day is declared.... Restrictions on fires will apply throughout South Australia from the dates listed below. The table lists the start and finish dates of the Fire Danger Season within each of the Fire Ban Districts in South Australia. More information can be found at: https://www.cfs.sa.gov.au/bans-an/fire-danger-season-dates/ or by calling the Bushfire Information Hotline on 1800 362 361. #LSCSA #adelaide #southaustralia #FireDanger #Legal

15.01.2022 On Remembrance Day we recognise the enormous sacrifices veterans make in the service of their country. We acknowledge that service by providing specialist legal assistance for injured veterans, their families and carers. For free, independent advice about veterans’ legal issues, call us during business hours on 1300 366 424.... We also provide free legal representation to eligible veterans who seek to challenge a decision about military pensions or compensation for injuries sustained in combat. Claims can relate to physical and psychological conditions, including major depression and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. These veterans’ legal aid grants are not means tested. #RemembranceDay #LSCSA #LegalHelp #Veterans RSL South Australia

11.01.2022 Due to the resurgence of COVID-19 in parts of South Australia, all our offices are temporarily closed to the public until further notice. We have made this difficult but necessary decision to help prevent the spread of the virus, however our staff remain at work and are able to assist you. For free legal advice of a general nature, call us on 1300 366 424 on workdays between 9am and 4.30pm.... If you are a legal aid client and need to speak to a lawyer at one of our offices, please call those offices directly or ring our switchboard on 8111 5555. If your issue is not urgent, visit us online at www.lsc.sa.gov.au for general legal information and resources. To chat online with our lawyers during business hours, click the Legal Chat icon. Our top priority is to protect the health of our clients and staff, and we appreciate your patience during this period. #LSCSA #adelaide #southaustralia #COVID19 #Legal

10.01.2022 Having already won the SA Premier’s iAward for Innovation in the Public Sector, amica has now also taken out the national award and we couldn’t be more thrilled. If you are going through a separation, amica.gov.au can provide free information and help you reach agreement with your former partner about parenting and property issues. With funding and support from the @Attorney-Generals Department we created amica for National Legal Aid in conjunction with Legal Aid services acr...oss Australia. Thanks to @AIIAICT - the peak body for Australia’s #ICT sector - for this award. For free legal advice about family law, call our Legal Help Line on 1300 366 424 during work hours. #separation #divorce #LSCSA #amica #legal #LegalHelp Steven Marshall

10.01.2022 We celebrate NAIDOC Week 2020 a little later this year in socially distanced but still innovative ways. While we can’t be with the community at the traditional family fun day and other NAIDOC events this year, we continue to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of our First Nations people. Always was, ... Always will be. #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek ##NAIDOC #NAIDOCSA National NAIDOC

10.01.2022 Breath testing and the law Police officers must be in uniform when exercising their random breath testing powers- which includes requiring a driver of a motor vehicle to undertake an alcotest, or drug screening test. All police vehicles are equipped to do breath testing and you can be breath tested at any time you are on the road.... Police have broad powers to stop and breath test any driver, including a qualified driver supervising the holder of a learner’s permit. Police can give on-the-spot licence disqualifications for exceeding a Prescribed Concentration of Alcohol of 0.08 or over, or for refusing a breath test, drug test, or blood test. Personal hardship or loss of employment are not grounds for keeping your licence. You cannot get a restricted licence or a licence just for work purposes. For more information see our Drink Driving and Drug Driving factsheets https://lsc.sa.gov.au/resources/DrinkDrivingFactsheet.pdf https://lsc.sa.gov.au/cb_pages/drugdrivingfactsheet.php #DUI #DrinkDriving #Police #LSCSA #Christmas #Parties #HolidaySeason

10.01.2022 Romance Scams At Christmas time, some people may be feeling more vulnerable and can get caught off-guard. If someone you just met online professes undying love without meeting you face to face, they may not be what they seem. If your new found friend starts to make requests for money, it is most likely a scam. Be cautious about making a commitment to someone you haven't met in person. There are some useful tips before you take the first step on the Scamwatch website www.scamw...atch.gov.au #LSCSA #12DaysofChristmas #ConsumerLaw #Adelaide #SA #LegalHelp#ACCC #DodgyGifts

10.01.2022 NAIDOC Week 8 15 November Each year NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life. The week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.... You can find out more here: https://www.naidoc.org.au/about/naidoc-week #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek #naidoc National NAIDOC

08.01.2022 As a young person, it’s not always easy to ask for help. It can also be difficult to know who to reach out to. We help young people to understand their rights and responsibilities through our range of specifically designed factsheets, publications and online resources. We cover topics such as living independently, smoking, alcohol, graffiti, parties, public transport and sex.... Check out our factsheets at: https://lsc.sa.gov.au/cb_pages/youth_publications.php #LSCSA #Youth #Adelaide #SA #YouthLegal #Justice #LegalHelp

07.01.2022 Are you a community worker who assists young people? Our FREE webinar this Thursday is all about Youth Justice: The Legal Basics. Our webinars provide practical info about the law to community workers.... This particular webinar gives an overview of the Youth Justice system in SA and covers topics including: The age of criminal responsibility Pre-court diversions The Youth Court Sentencing Criminal records Information about our free resources for young people and workers. For details, go to: http://bit.ly/LCWwebinars Australian Community Workers Association South Australian Council of Social Service #LSCSA #LegalEducation #LegalAid #

03.01.2022 Thanks to the community workers who joined us today for our webinar focussing on Youth Justice: the Legal Basics. Our legal educator, Ella, covered a range of topics to help community workers help their clients. We have also legal education fact sheets for young people and people who assist them. To view or download the factsheets, click here: https://lsc.sa.gov.au/cb_pages/youth_publications.php... #LSCSA #LegalEducation #LegalAid #CommunityWorkers Australian Community Workers Association South Australian Council of Social Service SYC

02.01.2022 Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. On this important day - & on all days - we help victims/survivors of #DomesticViolence. At the Legal Services Commission we offer a comprehensive range of services to victims of domestic violence. If you need help, call our Legal Help Line on 1300 366 424.... #LSCSA #IDEVAW2020 #DV #FamilyViolence #GenerEquality #LegalAid #Adelaide #sa #UNWomen https://trello-attachments.s3.amazonaws.com//HoldEachOther

01.01.2022 Due to the resurgence of COVID-19 in parts of SA, our Elizabeth and Port Adelaide offices are now closed to the public until further notice. All other offices remain open, with appropriate social distancing rules in place. If you need to speak to a lawyer at our Elizabeth or Port Adelaide offices, please call those offices directly. For free legal advice of a general nature, call us on 1300 366 424 on workdays between 9am and 4.30pm.... If your issue is not urgent, visit us online at www.lsc.sa.gov.au for general legal information and resources. To chat online with our lawyers during business hours, click the Legal Chat icon. Our top priority is to protect the health of our clients and staff, and we appreciate your patience during this period. #LSCSA #adelaide #southaustralia #COVID19 #Legal