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The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Human Rights and the Rule of Law

When a pandemic occurs on a large scale, human rights must be put on the forefront of importance. Each day lives are lost to COVID-19 making it everyone’s best interest to take extraordinary measures to ensure the safety of others. A public health crisis transcends into a human rights crisis when people do not have access to essentials tools. In times like these, it is everyone’s responsibility to protect the vulnerable. As a leading family law attorney firm, we understand the part we must play in maintaining the safety of those in our community. Read below to learn how COVID-19 is impacting human rights and the rule of law as well as the steps we are taking to be a representative for those in need. Understanding Your Rights The U.N. has put an emphasis on maintaining human rights during this time. One of the criteria they have outlined is freedom of movement. Shelter in place orders are enacted for the greater good of society, international law allows these restrictions in times