A major event can affect different aspects of a person’s life. The most immediate legal issue can sometimes overshadow other legal or social issues simmering beneath the surface. Early recognition of these issues will help a person take better control of their situation.

This section helps workers and individuals consider other legal and social issues that may be affecting your client.   There are eleven categories in this section. Each category has a series of questions that will help prompt you to consider issues that may be underlying the initial event. Click on a question to find out more about an issue and the legal and community services available.

To start simply choose a category from the left hand panel that best captures the main legal issue or presenting problem.