Law Talk WA
Law Talk WA brings together a host of organisations from across Western Australia to provide real and relevant information to the community about legal issues in our state. Covering criminal, civil and family matters, Law Talk WA explores a wide range of topics with different subject matter experts sharing their knowledge and experience. If you are interested in learning more about your rights, the law in Western Australia, and where you can go for help, hit follow.
Episodes
Sometimes life doesn’t go to plan, and it helps to know what support is out there – particularly for young people and those without a network to turn to.
The real talk podcast covers tough topics like finding somewhere to stay if you’re homeless, and counselling and support services available for young people doing it tough. Whether you’re a young person looking for help or you want to empower a young pers...
For young people, buying a car, getting a credit card and moving out are all steps towards independence.
If you know your rights, you can better protect yourself from being taken advantage of, becoming a scam victim, or being stuck in an unfair rental agreement.
Legal Aid WA Consumer Credit Legal Service Encompass Legal and Community Services Marra Worra Worra Aboriginal Corporation Great Southern Community Legal Servic...In this episode we focus on how young people can stay safe online & IRL.
We explore actions to take to keep yourself safe if you are being bullied online, at school or in the community, how things you share or post as a young person can affect your chances of getting a job later in life, and what you can do if you see someone else being bullied.
Legal Aid WA Aboriginal Legal Service of WARead more
In this episode we give young people in WA the legal lowdown on how laws apply to these topics, and how to avoid getting into trouble. We also offer some practical tips and guidance around what to do if you’re in a car crash.
Legal Aid WA Aboriginal Legal Service of WAOther podcast partners
Community Legal Law AccessDisclaimer: This podcast ...
In this episode we explore some of the more common situations where young people may brush up against the law, what you can do in those situations, and talk through different bail scenarios.
Legal Aid WA Aboriginal Legal Service of WA Street Law Centre WAOther podcast partners
Community Legal Law AccessDisclaimer: This podcast contains general in...
With LGBTIQA+SB people experiencing homelessness at more than twice the rate of the general Australian population, we discuss how you can find safe accommodation services for LGBTIQA+SB people, how to rebuild your life after losing your home, and where to find help to access social supports.
We offer helpful information and practical advice for issues faced in particular by older LGBTIQA+SB people, and at the other end of the spec...
In episode four we look at your rights. We start off with your rights when interacting with the criminal justice system, where LGBTIQA+SB people - and especially trans people - are particularly vulnerable in situations of detention.
We also answer questions relating to intimate partner violence and Family Violence Restraining Orders, as well as questions for de facto LGBTIQA+SB couples around inheritance rights and reproductive ri...
In this episode we discuss how to affirm your gender, legally and medically. We offer tips in terms of practical guidance, psychological and other supports - including where to access information and organisations that can help.
We also discuss the new laws that recently came into force abolishing the Gender Reassignment Board.
Legal Aid WA The Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages Clairs Keeley Lawyers Royal Perth ...We continue to shine a light on discrimination against LGBTIQA+SB people in episode two, this time focussing on what you can do if you have been discriminated against, and where you can make a complaint.
Legal Aid WA Equal Opportunity Commission The Kids Research Institute Australia Youth Pride NetworkOther podcast partners
Community Legal Law AccessRead more
In this first episode, we’ll be talking about discrimination and what the law says about your rights not to be discriminated against in your employment, school, university or healthcare.
Legal Aid WA Equal Opportunity CommissionOther podcast partners
Community Legal Law AccessDisclaimer: This podcast contains general information about ...
If you are worried about the way you’re treating your partner or family, this episode is for you. In this final episode we provide advice and support for users of family violence. Our experts discuss the importance of taking responsibility and seeking supports to help change behaviour.
Legal Aid WA Sussex Street Community Law Services Northern Suburbs Community Legal Centre CommunicareRead more
What constitutes financial abuse? If you have left your home because of family violence, what options do you have if you are at risk of homelessness? What can you do if you’re worried your partner will drain all the money from your shared account? Or stop paying the mortgage? Have you been hurt as a result of a criminal offence?
In this episode we cover a range of scenarios, providing information around financial and housing...
This episode is dedicated to the particular issues faced by First Nations people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds who are in situations of family violence.
Legal Aid WA Women’s Legal Service WAOther podcast partners
Community Legal Law AccessDisclaimer: This podcast contains general information a...
From abusive situations where family violence hasn’t yet fully escalated, to situations where a person has to suddenly leave their home due to family violence, we cover safety planning with practical tips, helpful hints on accessing support organisations, information on Family Violence Restraining Orders, and how family law can assist in keeping parents and children safe.
Legal Aid WA Consumer Credit Legal Service O...In this episode we discuss family violence – what it is, the various forms it can take (including an explainer on coercive control), and how the law addresses family violence. We also explore some of the main legal issues being faced by people experiencing family violence.
Legal Aid WA Northern Suburbs Community Legal Centre Sussex Street Community Law ServicesOther p...
When experiencing financial stress, someone could be facing a number of different legal and financial issues and it can be hard to know what to prioritise.
In the final episode for this series, the concept of good debt vs bad debt is explored, information is provided on what debts to prioritise and practical tips to help safeguard financial literacy and stability are discus...
With the cost of living going up, people are under increasing financial pressure. Many are having difficulty paying common bills such as credit cards, car loans, strata and council rates, and phone and utility bills.
In this episode we discuss what can happen in situations where bills remain unpaid and what enforcement processes can be taken against someone who goes into debt. Our experts also provide practical information on how ...
With the cost of living going up, people are under increasing financial pressure and many are having difficulty affording their rent.
To make matters worse, many landlords are making the most of the current market conditions and raising rents, in some cases by a significant amount.
In this episode we are going to talk about what to do...
Quick money is relatively easy to access, and is sometimes used by people to afford daily living expenses or to avoid defaulting on larger loans. In episode two we discuss fast money and figure out “what’s the catch?”.
With more Australians turning to “quick money”, our experts are here to give some practical guidance to help people avoid being taken advantage of, and to provide handy tips to help peo...
To start the series we discuss some of the main legal issues being faced by Western Australians during the cost of living crisis, if people living in regional WA are experiencing the same or different issues, and explore some of the financial and legal supports available for those who are struggling.
Legal Aid WA Western Australian Council of Social Service VinniesOther podcast part...
Popular Podcasts
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.
The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.