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How does the COVID-19 Vaccine affect the Family Court? (61) The Divorce Collective
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Today on the podcast, Dannielle discusses how COVID-19 vaccinations have impacted the Family Court Circuit and discusses a recent case regarding Children and Vaccinations
Now that Australia has commenced vaccination of children in accordance with recommendations of medical bodies, the cases before the Courts involving disputes about COVID-19 vaccinations are coming in hot.
On 10 Jan 2022 Australia commenced vaccinations on children, so children from 5 years old can receive Covid19 vaccines.
There is case laws about traditional vaccinations on children. Those cases rely on expert evidence from medical practitioners and experts in the field. Covid-19 vaccination cases are no different. As with all cases about children in this jurisdiction the best interests of the child principal are the paramount consideration.
Generally, the Courts have accepted historically that immunisation is a safe and effective way to protect children and that children need immunisation against many diseases.
So, can the court order mandatory vaccinations?
Yes, they can.
In the absence of medical evidence supporting a child not be vaccinated, parents can expect more so than not, a Court to find vaccinations are to be in a child’s best interests and make Orders to ensure a child can and is vaccinated.
So, what are the Courts saying?
One of the recent cases from the Court is the case of Rusena & Rusena out of the FCFCOA out of Sydney in April 2022 (Rusena & Rusena [2022] FedFamC2F 472). The Court was asked in this matter whether the children should be immunised against COVID-19. Seeking advice from expert witnesses and drawing from medical evidence.
Tune in to hear our Senior Associate Dannielle Young as she talks about vaccinations and gives a summary of what the Courts are saying and some things to consider.
Here at Collective Family Law Group, we can support you through your Family Law Matter.
If you would like to book your free initial consultation with one of our family lawyers, you can call 5574 0971 or visit us at collectivefamilylaw.com.au.
CONNECT WITH COLLECTIVE FAMILY LAW:
Instagram: @Collective_Family_Law
Facebook: Collective Family Law Group
LinkedIn: Collective Family Law Group
Today on the podcast, Dannielle discusses how COVID-19 vaccinations have impacted the Family Court Circuit and discusses a recent case regarding Children and Vaccinations
Now that Australia has commenced vaccination of children in accordance with recommendations of medical bodies, the cases before the Courts involving disputes about COVID-19 vaccinations are coming in hot.
On 10 Jan 2022 Australia commenced vaccinations on children, so children from 5 years old can receive Covid19 vaccines.
There is case laws about traditional vaccinations on children. Those cases rely on expert evidence from medical practitioners and experts in the field. Covid-19 vaccination cases are no different. As with all cases about children in this jurisdiction the best interests of the child principal are the paramount consideration.
Generally, the Courts have accepted historically that immunisation is a safe and effective way to protect children and that children need immunisation against many diseases.
So, can the court order mandatory vaccinations?
Yes, they can.
In the absence of medical evidence supporting a child not be vaccinated, parents can expect more so than not, a Court to find vaccinations are to be in a child’s best interests and make Orders to ensure a child can and is vaccinated.
So, what are the Courts saying?
One of the recent cases from the Court is the case of Rusena & Rusena out of the FCFCOA out of Sydney in April 2022 (Rusena & Rusena [2022] FedFamC2F 472). The Court was asked in this matter whether the children should be immunised against COVID-19. Seeking advice from expert witnesses and drawing from medical evidence.
Tune in to hear our Senior Associate Dannielle Young as she talks about vaccinations and gives a summary of what the Courts are saying and some things to consider.
Here at Collective Family Law Group, we can support you through your Family Law Matter.
If you would like to book your free initial consultation with one of our family lawyers, you can call 5574 0971 or visit us at collectivefamilylaw.com.au.
CONNECT WITH COLLECTIVE FAMILY LAW:
Instagram: @Collective_Family_Law
Facebook: Collective Family Law Group
LinkedIn: Collective Family Law Group
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